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UNIVERSITY OF ARKANSAS

BOARD OF TRUSTEES Meeting Agenda

MEETING OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES

UNIVERSITY OF ARKANSAS

JOHN F. GIBSON UNIVERSITY CENTER

GREENROOM

UNIVERSITY OF ARKANSAS AT MONTICELLO

MONTICELLO, ARKANSAS

MARCH 28-29, 2018

TENTATIVE SCHEDULE:

Wednesday, March 28, 2018 - UAM Gibson University Center, Green Room 11 :00 a.m. Tour of Campus for Board Members 12:00 p.m. Lunch for Board Members -House Room

(12:30 p.m. Heavy hors d'oeuvres available for all other meeting attendees in Capitol Room)

1:00 p.m. 1:00 p.m.* 1:45 p.m.* 2:15 p.m.*

3:15 p.m.* 3:45 p.m.* 4:15 p.m.*

6:00 p.m.

Chair Opens Regular Session Athletics Committee Meeting Joint Hospital Committee Meeting Joint Hospital and Audit and Fiscal Responsibility Committees Combined Meeting Audit and Fiscal Responsibility Committee Meeting Buildings and Grounds Committee Meeting Academic and Student Affairs Committee Meeting

Dinner, UAM Gibson University Center, Senate Room

Thursday, March 29, 2018 - UAM Gibson University Center, Green Room 7:30 a.m. Breakfast, University Center Capitol Room 8:30 a.m. * Regular Session Continues

Box Lunches Available, University Center Capitol Room

* Approximate time or at the conclusion of the previous meeting.

U.u\ UNIVERSITY OF ARKANSAS SYSTEM

Bon.rd of"fr11sti:c.r

March 19, 2018

TO MEMBERS OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES

Dear Trustees:

The Board of Trustees of the University of Arkansas will meet on Wednesday and Thursday, March 28-29, 2018, in the Green Room of the John F. Gibson University Center of the University of Arkansas at Monticello. Wednesday's meetings will begin at 1 :00 p.m. and Thursday's meetings will begin at 8:30 a.m. The schedule is as follows:

Wednesday, March 28, 2018 - UAM Gibson University Center, Green Room 11 :00 a.m. Tour of Campus for Board Members 12:00 p.m. Lunch for Board Members-House Room

(12:30 p.m. Heavy hors d'oeuvres available for all other meeting attendees in Capitol Room) 1 :00 p.m. Chair Opens Regular Session 1 :00 p.m. * Athletics Committee Meeting 1 :45 p.m. * Joint Hospital Committee Meeting 2: 15 p.m. * Joint Hospital/ Audit & Fiscal Responsibility Committees Combined Meeting 3: 15 p.m. * Audit and Fiscal Responsibility Committee Meeting 3 :45 p.m. * Buildings and Grounds Committee Meeting 4:15 p.m.* Academic and Student Affairs Committee Meeting

6:00 p.m. Dinner, UAM Gibson University Center, Senate Room

Thursday, March 29, 2018 - UAM Gibson University Center, Green Room 7:30 a.m. Breakfast, University Center Capitol Room 8:30 a.m. * Regular Session Continues

Box Lunches Available, University Center Capitol Room * Approximate time or at the conclusion of the previous meeting.

The agenda and supporting materials for the Board and Committee meetings are attached. I look forward to seeing you on March 281h and 29th in Monticello.

Sincerely,

Mark Waldrip, Chair Board of Trustees University of Arkansas

Attachments 2404 North UniYcrsiry Aven ue / l.irrle Ro.:k, Arb.nsa~ 72207-3608 / 501 -686-2505

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,.\rk.111~:,s Ar('h1.~ologic1I Survey/ Phill ip:,; Co11trmrnit-y Collcgt: of th~ lJn ivcrsit-y of Arb n~;\~ / Univc r~hy of Ark;,llS:lS Commm11ty College :it Hope Uuivcr:-ity of Ark~lll !'>,l~ Community Colk gc .lt Jh1tc.::svilk i Co!:>sat.,_., t C<.immuni1:y Ct ilk:g~ of the Uuiv1,;nity o f Ark:msa:-

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Regular Session

AGENDA FOR THE MEETING OF THE UNIVERSITY OF ARKANSAS BOARD OF TRUSTEES UNIVERSITY OF ARKANSAS AT MONTICELLO GIBSON UNIVERSITY CENTER, GREEN ROOM MONTICELLO, ARKANSAS 1:00 P.M., MARCH 28, 2018 AND 8:30 A.M., MARCH 29, 2018

1. Adoption of Resolution Welcoming Steve Cox as a New Board Member (Action)

2. Approval of Minutes of Regular Meeting Held January 24-25, 2018 (Action)

COMMITTEE MEETINGS

ATHLETICS COMMITTEE MEETING Chair Goodson, Members: Broughton, Eichler and Nelson

1. Introductions, UAF and UAPB (Information) 2. Plans for Cross Country Teams, UACC-RM (Information) 3. Plans for Wrestling Team, UALR (Information)

JOINT HOSPITAL COMMITTEE MEETING - under separate cover Chair Eichler, Members: Broughton, Gibson, Goodson and Harriman

1. Approval of Minutes of Meeting Held January 24, 2018 (Action) 2. Approval of the Safety Management and Emergency

Preparedness Report (Action) 3. Review of the Performance Improvement and Patient Safety

Report (Information) 4. Review of UAMS Clinical Enterprise Key Indicators

(Information) 5. Chief Executive Officer's Update (Information)

JOINT HOSPITAL AND AUDIT AND FISCAL RESPONSIBILITY COMMITTEES COMBINED MEETING - under separate cover Co-Chairs Harriman and Eichler, Members: Boyer, Broughton, Cox, Gibson, Goodson and Nelson

1. Approval of Minutes of Special Meeting Held February 23, 2018 (Action)

2. Update on UAMS' Management Actions Taken since the Committees' February 23, 2018 Meeting (Information)

3. Update on Internal Audit's Monitoring Actions Taken since the Committees' February 23, 2018 Meeting (Information)

AGENDA FOR THE MEETING OF THE UNIVERSITY OF ARKANSAS BOARD OF TRUSTEES MARCH 28-29, 2018 PAGE2

AUDIT AND FISCAL RESPONSIBILITY COMMITTEE - under separate cover Chair Harriman, Members: Boyer, Cox, Eichler, Goodson and Nelson

1. Approval of the Minutes of the Meeting held January 24, 2018 (Action)

Audit Section 2. Request for Approval of Internal Audit Report (Action) 3. Request for Approval of the Follow-up Reports (Action) 4. Request for Approval of Fiscal Year 2018 Audit Plan Update

Report (Action) 5. Request for Approval of the University of Arkansas System

Strategic Risk Assessment Report (Action) 6. Other Business (Information)

Fiscal Section (no items)

BUILDINGS & GROUNDS COMMITTEE MEETING Chair Goodson, Members: Boyer, Broughton, Gibson and Pryor

Agenda and Items under "Buildings and Grounds" Tab

ACADEMIC AND STUDENT AFFAIRS COMMITTEE MEETING Chair Gibson, Members: Broughton, Nelson, Pryor and New Trustee

Agenda and Items under "Academic and Student Affairs" Tab

DAY TWO BEGINS (tentative)

3. Report on Athletics Committee Meeting Held March 28, 2018 (Action)

4. Report on the Joint Hospital Committee Meeting Held March 28, 2018 (Action)

5. Report on Joint Hospital and Audit and Fiscal Responsibility Committees Combined Meeting Held March 28, 2018 (Action)

6. Report on Audit and Fiscal Responsibility Committee Meeting Held March 28, 2018 (Action)

7. Report on Buildings and Grounds Committee Meeting Held March 28, 2018 (Action)


8. Report on Academic and Student Affairs Committee Meeting Held March 28, 2018 (Action)

9. Adoption of Resolution of Appreciation for Former Trustee Ben Hyneman (Action)

10. Approval of Awarding of Degrees at May 2018 Commencements, All Campuses (Action)

11. Consideration of Recommended Board Meeting Dates for Academic Year 2018/2019 (Action)

12. Campus Report: Dr. Karla Hughes, Chancellor University of Arkansas at Monticello

13. Chair's Report: Mark Waldrip, Board of Trustees of the University of Arkansas

14. President's Report: Donald R. Bobbitt, University of Arkansas System

All Campuses

15. Consideration of Request for Approval of Revisions to Board Policy 405.1, Appointments, Promotion, Tenure, Non-Reappointment, and Dismissal of Faculty; Board Policy 405.4, Termination of Employment; and Board Policy 470.1 , Distinguished Professorships; and Approval of New Board Policy 500.1, Graduate Assistants: Termination of Appointments (Action)

16. Consideration of Request for Approval of Extracurricular Camps for 2018/19, UAF, UAM and UA-PTC (Action)

17. Unanimous Consent Agenda (Action)

18. Executive Session

Item 1: Adoption of Resolution Welcoming Steve Cox as a New Board Member (Action)

ADOPTION OF RESOLUTION WELCOMING STEVE COX AS A NEW BOARD MEMBER (ACTION)

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RESOLUTION

WHEREAS, effective March 16, 2018, the Governor of the State of Arkansas appointed Mr. Steve Cox of Jonesboro, Arkansas, as a me.mber of the Board of Trustees of the University of Arkansas;

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED THAT THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE UNIVERSITY OF ARKANSAS having received official notification of the appointment of Mr. Cox as a member of the Board of Trustees welcomes and congratulates him upon the assumption of his trusteeship.

Item 2: Approval of Minutes of Regular Meeting Held January 24-25, 2018 (Action)

APPROVAL OF MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING HELD JANUARY 24-25, 2018 (ACTION)

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MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE UNIVERSITY OF ARKANSAS BOARD OF TRUSTEES UNIVERSITY OF ARKANSAS MEDICAL SCIENCES HOSPITAL LOBBY GALLERY LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS JANUARY 24-25, 2018

TRUSTEES PRESENT:

TRUSTEES ABSENT:

UNIVERSITY ADMINISTRATORS AND OTHERS PRESENT:

Chairman Ben Waldrip; Jo Broughton, Harriman·

President for University Rust, Senior Director of

ic Affairs Ben Beaumont, o temal Audit Jacob Flournoy,

f Communications Nate Hinkel, Genera Counsel JoAnn Maxey, Of Counsel F ed Harrison, Chief Financial Officer Gina

erry, Associate Vice President for Finance Chaundra Hall, Associate Vice President for Benefits and Risk Management Services Steve Wood, Assistant to the President Angela Hudson and Associate for Administration Sylvia White.

UAF Representatives: Chancellor Joseph E. Steinmetz, Vice Chancellor for Finance and Administration Tim O'Donnell and Provost and Executive Vice Chancellor Jim Coleman.

UAMS Representatives: Chancellor Stephanie Gardner; Senior Vice Chancellor for Clinical Programs and Chief Executive Officer, UAMS Medical Center, Richard Turnage; Senior Vice Chancellor for

Board of Trustees Meeting January 24-25, 2018 Page 2

Finance and Administration Bill Bowes; Hospital Compliance Officer Heather Schmiegelow; Chief Medical Quality officer Chris Cargile; Dean, College of Medicine and Executive Vice Chancellor Pope L. Moseley; Vice Chancellor for Communications Leslie Taylor and Chief O erating Officer, UAMS Medical Center T ·

:ves: Rogerson, Executive

ost Velmer Burton, Finance and

and Chief of

of Staff Janet Broiles, Vice lment Management and

s Linda Okiror, Vice President and Administration Carla Martin

ice Chancellor Institutional Advancement Marla Mayberry.

AM Representative: Chancellor Karla V. Hughes.

UAFS Representatives: Chancellor Paul Beran and Vice Chancellor for Finance and Administration Brad Sheriff, Provost and Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs Georgia Hale, and Director of Government and Community Relations Jordan Hale.

PCCUA Representatives: Chancellor Keith Pinchback and Vice Chancellor for Finance and Administration Stan Sullivant.


UACCH Representatives: Chancellor Chris Thomason and Vice Chancellor for Student Services Brian Berry.

UACCM Representatives: Chancellor Larry Davis, Vice Chancellor for Academic Services Diana Arn and Vice Chancellor for Fi isa G. Willenberg.

resentatives: hillip Wilson and Vice President

mic Affairs Krystal Thrailkill.

S Representative: irector George Sabo, III.

CJI Representatives: Director Cheryl May and Assistant Director for Fiscal Services Margaret Cotton.

CSPS Representative: Dean James L. "Skip" Rutherford.

WRI Representative: Executive Director Marta Loyd.

Members of the Press.


Chairman Hyneman called the regular session meeting of the Board of Trustees of the University of Arkansas to order at 1 :30 p.m. on Wednesday, January 24, 2018, in Little Rock, Arkansas.

1. Approval of Minutes of Regular Meeting Held November 8-9, 2017, Correction to Minutes of Meeting Held June 14, 2017, and Minutes of Special Meetings Held December 4, 2017 and January 3, 2018:

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Upon motion by Trustee Broughton and second by Trustee G Regular Meeting Held November 8-9, 2017, Correction to Mi 2017, and Minutes of Special Meetings Held December 4 approved.

1 Responsibility Chairman ng at 2:10

Committee a :38 p.m. and chnology Committee at 3:54

oard members attended a dinner at

concluded at 9:19 a.m. and

24 2018 and

reported on the meeting held January 24, of the meeting held November 8, 2017. Upon

d second y Trustee Boyer, the following committee items oard:

ted and received a follow-up report on the status of actions being anagement and the Internal Audit Department, related to the

Committee's oval in the previous November meeting of UAMS' externally audited financial statements for the year ended June 30, 2017.


2.2 Approval of the Arkansas Legislative Audit's Financial Statements Audit Reports and Other Reports with Corresponding Management Responses for the Year Ended June 30, 2017:

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2.4

The Committee reviewed and recommended a resolution to the full Board to approve the University of Arkansas System and University of Arkansas, Fayetteville Financial Statements and the External Audit Reports by Arkansas Legislative Audit, which included the Opinion Letters on the Financial Stateme Report on Internal Control Over Financial Reporting and on Compli and Other Matters, the Management Letter, and the corresponding manage onses for the year ended June 30, 2017. The resolution, approved by the C then approved by the full Board, is set out below:

BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD ARKANSAS THAT the following au is open meetings on January 24-25, 2

University of Arkansas Other Reports, June 30,

The management responses to were also reviewed and approve

Board at

rkansas Legislative Audit

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arged with Governance Letters for the University's ns - KLRE-FM/KUAR-FM, Little Rock and KUAF-FM,

's Intercolle iate

The Committee approved Beall Barclay and Company, PLC's Independent Accountant's Reports on the Application of Agreed-Upon Procedures over the University's Intercollegiate Athletics Programs for the Year Ended June 30, 2017 for the University of


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Arkansas, Fayetteville; the University of Arkansas at Little Rock, and the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff.

2.5 Approval of Internal Audit Reports:

The Committee approved an internal audit report on Auxiliary Enterprise Revenues at the University of Arkansas at Fort Smith.

2.6 Approval of Follow-up Report:

The Committee approved the Internal Audit Follo . actions taken by the University's management to

and the corresponding ecommendations.

2.7 A roval of Fiscal Year 2018 Audit Plan

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3.3

The Committee reviewed and approv .

rustees Joint Committee met on ch included approval of the

the Board. Trustee Harriman

Safety Management Report for July -

gelow presented the UAMS Medical Center Institutional r July - December 2017.

ormance Im rovement and Patient Safe

Dr. Chris Cargile reviewed the UAMS Medical Center Performance Improvement and Patient Safety report ending January 2018. The Hospital completed its three and a half day Joint Commission survey in October 2017. This was followed by a successful onsite follow up survey with no findings in December 2017. A full written response to The Joint Commission findings was submitted on January 2, 2018.


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3.4 Review ofUAMS Clinical Enterprise Key Indicators, UAMS:

Dr. Richard Turnage reviewed UAMS Integrated Clinical Enterprise Key Indicators for the period ending December 31, 2017.

3.5 Chief Executive Officer's Update, UAMS:

Dr. Turnage discussed The Joint Commission survey re improvements identified included the elimination of documentation of the process for assessing a patie moderate sedation. Areas of praise inclu immunization program for family member processing and decontamination progr decontamination program was introduc

of Actions Taken: 'roval

Chair Eichler reported that the Bui and moved that the actions of the

ittee met on January 24, 2018 e Board; Trustee Goodson

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Lega

Fa etteville UAF:

TRUSTEES OF THE UNIVERSITY OF ereby proves an Offer to Cecil & Ann England,

ngl cable Trust, for the purchase price of $235,000 nditions set forth in the Offer and Acceptance, to purchase

1 . Martin Luther King Blvd., Fayetteville, Washington arly described as follows:

A part ast quarter of the Southwest quarter of Section sixteen (16) in Townships 6) North, or Range thirty (30) West, described as follows: Beginning at a point w j · 1s fifteen (15) chains and fourteen (14) links South and three (3) chains and forty-four (44) links West of the North East corner of said forth acre tract, and running, thence South seventy-three and two-tenths (73.2) feet; thence West one hundred four (104) feet; thence North seventy-three and two-tenths (73.2) feet; thence East one hundred four (104) feet to the place of beginning, and being situated in the City of Fayetteville; EXCEPT THE FOLLOWING WHICH WAS PURCHASED FROM THE


ARKANSAS STATE HIGHWAY COMMISSION KNOWN AS TRACT 321 AND MORE PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS:

Part of the Southeast Quarter of the Southwest Quarter of Section 16, Township 16 North, Range 30 West, Washington County, Arkansas, more particularly described as follows:

Starting at the Southwest Corner of the Southeast Quarter Section 16; thence North 02° 03 ' 40" East along the 319 .19 feet to a point on the Southerly existing ri Highway 180; thence South 87° 31' 08" East alo distance of 127.20 feet to a point; thence South of way line a distance 61.60 feet to a point; right of way line a distance of 74.15 feet t point; thence South 87° said existing right of way line a distan 61.39 fee a point on the y existing right of way line of Hill Street; thenc ' East a distanc . 01 feet to a point on the Southerly existing right of wa State Highway 180; thence South 8 7° 31 ' 08" East along aid existing rig ay line a distance of 119. 84 feet to a point; thence South 87° 36' st along said ing right of way line a distance of 74.65 feet to a point; thence 43' 17" East said existing right of way line a distance of 74.10 feet to a poi th 87° 27 ast along said existing right of way line a distance of 77.56 fe nee h 87° 09' 10" East along said existing right o a distan or the point of beginning; thence continue So g the S erly existing right of way line of Arkansas 104.58 feet to a point on the Westerly existing right of way hence South 02° 09' 10" West along said existing right o e of .58 feet to a point on the Southerly proposed

as way 180; thence North 86° 51' 41" West along ·ne a distance of 104.59 feet to a point; thence North 02° 09'

a point of beginning and containing 0.07 acre more or

SOLVED THAT the purchase shall be subject to a determination el that the seller has good and merchantable title to the property and

able Phase 1 environmental assessment unless waived by the campus officials afte pection of the property. The President, the Chief Financial Officer, the Vice Chance lor for Finance and Administration of the University of Arkansas, Fayetteville, or their designee, shall be, and hereby are, authorized to take such further action and execute such documents and instruments as may be necessary to close the transaction in accordance with the Offer and Acceptance.


BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED THAT the Board determines that the acquisition of the property is necessary for the use of the University of Arkansas, Fayetteville campus and the President shall be, and hereby is, authorized to institute an action through the General Counsel to acquire the property by eminent domain in accordance with the procedures of AC.A. 6-62-201 and AC.A. 18-15-301 through 307, and to obtain immediate possession of the property for the purposes stated, if the University is unable to reach agreement with the Owner to a negotiated price and other te s and conditions and it determines that such action is necessary.

4.2 A roval of Purchase of Pro ert Located at 639 W . .

BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF T ARKANSAS THAT the Board hereby appr Trust, for the purchase price of$1,600,000 in the Offer and Acceptance, to pure Luther King Blvd, Fayetteville, described as follows:

Legal: TRACT 1: Part of the SE f Section 16, Township 16

, Arkansas, described as orth 177. 7 5 feet from the

i inning being a set iron pin; n pin; the e along the South Right of Way

" East 53.45 feet to a set iron pin; thence et iron pin; thence South 89° 26' 1 O"

· , containing 0.14 acres, more or less.

Quarter of the SW Quarter of Section 16, Township 16 Wes , ville, Washington County, Arkansas, described as int w 1s West 435.58 feet and North 112.19 feet from the

40 a re tract, said point of beginning being a set iron pin; O' 53" West 71.74 feet to a set iron pin; thence North 181.35 in; thence along the South Right of Way of US Highway 62

" East 71. 7 4 feet to a set iron pin; thence South 1 79 .14 feet to ginning, containing 0.30 acres, more or less.

TRACT A: Part of the SE Quarter of the SW Quarter of Section 16, Township 16 North, Range 30 West, Fayetteville, Washington County, Arkansas, described as commencing at the SE comer of said 40 acre tract: Thence West 435.58 feet; thence North 112.19 feet; thence South 88° 50' 53" West 71.74 feet to the true point of beginning, said point of beginning being a set iron pin; thence South 88°


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50' 53" West 77.73 feet to a found iron pin; thence North 183.74 feet to a set iron pin; thence along the South Right of Way of the US Highway 62 South 89° 23' 31" East 77. 73 feet to a set iron pin; thence South 181.3 5 feet to the point of beginning, containing 0.33 acres, more or less.

TRACT B: Part of the SE Quarter of the SW Quarter of Section 16, Township 16 North, Range 30 West, Fayetteville, Washington County, Arkansas, described as commencing at the SE comer of said 40 acre tract: T est 435.58 feet; thence North 112.19 feet; thence South 88°50'53" W, 9.4 feet to the true point of beginning, said point of beginning being · on pin; thence West 74.80 feet to a set iron pin; thence North 184.4 t iron pin; thence along the South Right of Way of the US 9°23 '31" East 74.80 feet to a set iron pin; thence South containing 0.32 acres, more or less.

Subject to Protective Covenants an

Board determines that the acquisition of the e use niversity of Arkansas, Fayetteville campus, and ereby is, authorized to institute an action through the General

y eminent domain in accordance with the procedures of . 18-15-301 through 307, and to obtain immediate

erty or the purposes stated, if the University is unable to reach wner to a negotiated price and other terms and conditions and it ction is necessary.

Located at 641 and 643 W. MLK Blvd. Fa etteville

BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE UNIVERSITY OF ARKANSAS THAT the Board hereby approves an Offer and Acceptance with Eliot H. and Jo Ann Kaminsky, for the purchase price of $500,000.00 and on other terms and conditions set forth in the Offer and Acceptance, to purchase certain property situated at


641 & 643 W. Martin Luther King Blvd, Fayetteville, Washington County, Arkansas, more particularly described as follows:

Legal: TRACT #765-13013-000 A 0.172 acre part of the SE '14 quarter of the SW '14 quarter of section 16, T-16-N, R-30-W, of the fifth principal meridian, in the city of Fayetteville, Washington County, Arkansas, being more particular "bed as follows:

the SE 11,i quarter of the SW 11,i quarter of section 16, T, h principal meridian, in the city of Fayetteville,

ansas, being more particularly described as follows:

the northwest comer of the southeast quarter of the southwest section 16; thence N87°32'14"W a distance of 737.04' to a

pom, ·e S02°27'46"W a distance of 997.80' to a point; thence contin S02°27'46"W a distance of 24.62' to a found aluminum monument on the south right-of-way of West Sixth Street (also known as State Highway #180); thence continuing S02°27'46"W a distance of99.64' to an iron pin at the true point of beginning; thence S87°40'54"E a distance of 75.40' to an iron pin; thence S02°23 '52"W a distance of 85.77' to an iron pin; thence N87°40'53"W a distance of 75.03' to an iron pin; thence


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N02°08'58" a distance of 85.77' to an iron pin at the point of beginning, having an area of 6,451.46 square feet or 0.148 acres more or less.

Subject to all existing easements, right-of-ways, covenants, restrictions and all other encumbrances, both public and private.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED THAT the purchase shall be subject to a determination by the General Counsel that the seller has good and merch · le to the property and obtaining an acceptable Phase 1 environmental assessme ess waived by the campus officials after inspection of the property. The Preside 'ef Financial Officer, the Vice Chancellor for Finance and Administratio iversity of Arkansas, Fayetteville, or their designee, shall be, and he take such further action and execute such documents and ins transaction in accordance with the Offer

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED TH

possession of the property for agreement with the Owner to a determines that

ines that the ac 1sition of the sas, Fayetteville campus and

titute an action through the General accordance with the procedures of

7, and to obtain immediate niversity is unable to reach

r terms and conditions and it

ARD TRUSTEES OF THE UNIVERSITY OF tecretary shall be, and thereby are, authorized to

Southwestern Electric Power Company, a right of way and of the following described property in Washington

nt Tract scription (Parcel 765-09331-000) De 2000-87242

ed Eight Hundred Six (806), Eight Hundred Seven (807), Eight Hundr ight (808), Eight Hundred Nine (809), Eight Hundred Ten (Ten), Eight undred Eleven (811), and Eight Hundred Twelve (812) of the Revised Plat of Oak Park Place of the City of Fayetteville, Arkansas, as per plat on the file in the Office of the Circuit Clerk and Ex-Officio Recorder of Washington County, Arkansas, And also, the South Half (S 1/2) of Ohio Street lying immediately North of Lot Eight Hundred Twelve (812), Revised Plat of Oak Park Place to the City of Fayetteville, as vacated by City Ordinance No. 2462.


Subject to easements, rights of way, and protective covenants of record, if any.

Utility Easement Description (Washington County Parcel# 765-09331-000) A utility easement, said easement being a part of Lot 807 and Lot 806 of the Revised Plat of Oak Park Place, a subdivision to the City of Fayetteville, Arkansas as per the plat of said subdivision on file in ce of the Circuit Clerk and Ex-Officio Recorder of Washington , Arkansas and said easement being more particularly described as · Commencing at the Northeast comer of said Lot 807; thence alo e of said Lot 807, said line also being the west right of wax · e enue South 03 degrees 07 minutes 01 seconds West the POINT OF BEGINNING (P.O.B.); thence tinue along said east line right of way line South 03 degre 1 seconds West a 66.22 feet to a point of curva an arc distance of 30.80 feet, leaving line, to the south line of said Lot 80 Bulldog A venue, said . having a radiu and distance of South s 13 minute

square feet, or 0.04 acres.

the easement shall be in form and content

ate Art and Desi n District" UAF:

gate Charitable Foundation has been devoted to the University of generous gifts, leadership, vision, and enduring support of the

sas for many years; and

WHEREAS, e Windgate Charitable Foundation has long demonstrated its genuine care for the education of the students of Arkansas at the primary, secondary, and higher education levels by giving generously to enhance educational programs in the visual arts, arts and crafts, and art history preservation in the state; and


WHEREAS, the 2005 gift of $10 million to create the Department of Education Reform in the College of Education and Health Professions at the University of Arkansas has allowed that department to rise to national prominence; and

WHEREAS, the 2014 gift of $2,064,000 from the Windgate Charitable Foundation to the University of Arkansas allowed the School of Art to build a nationally competitive sculpture facility, expand its curricula, improve teaching techniques, broaden artistic education, fund opportunities for student travel, enhance te ies, and procure new equipment; and

school.

aritable Foundation to in the J. William

will engage the ucational emost art

un a 1 o establish the Windgate Art and bs, studio , and potentially public gallery space,

port and program expansion and contributing · e of the State of Arkansas;

D BY THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE T the Board formally expresses its high regard for

Windgate Charitable Foundation for its exemplary nivers f Arkansas by creating and naming the Windgate Art and

oft e School of Art within the J. William Fulbright College of the University of Arkansas. With this naming, we honor the oundation especially for its enduring support of the University of

its far-sighted philanthropic gift in support of the educational, ltural wellbeing of the University, the state, and the world, ensuring that

Art at the University of Arkansas will become a nationally prominent

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED THAT the Secretary of the Board furnish a copy of this resolution to the Windgate Charitable Foundation and this resolution be spread upon the minutes as a permanent record of the Board's appreciation.


4.6 Granting of Easements to Hope Water & Light, UACCH:

BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE UNIVERSITY OF ARKANSAS THAT the Chairman and Secretary shall be, and hereby are, authorized to execute and deliver to Hope Water & Light Commission, Inc., utility easements on, under and across the following described property in Hempst ad County, Arkansas, to wit:

A part of Section Four (4), Township Thirteen (13 (24) West, more particularly described as follow the South line of Section Four ( 4) and the W lin point established by Gordon Prescott, Co pipe set in concrete, run then West 66 thence East about 660 yards to the along the West line of said High beginning, containing 60 acres, more or

Said easement shall be t with the South line of Twenty-four (24).

AND

·ng parallel and adjacent ip Thirteen (13), Range

orthwest Quarter (NW'/,i NWY4) Section , h, Range Twenty-four (24) West, ence at the Northwest comer of the

n 9, 13 South, Range 24 West, THE POINT ce run South 87 degrees 35 minutes 26 seconds East for

1 degree 38 minutes 33 seconds West for 466.7 grees 35 minutes 26 seconds West for 466.7 feet;

degr e 38 minutes 33 seconds East for 466.7 feet back to EGINNING, containing 5.00 acres, more or less.

all be twenty feet (20' ) in width running parallel and adjacent with the line of Section Nine (9), Township Thirteen (13) South, Range Twenty-four (24) West.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED THAT the easements shall be in form and content approved by the General Counsel.


4.7 Granting of an Easement to City of Texarkana, UACCH:

BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE UNIVERSITY OF ARKANSAS THAT the Chairman and Secretary shall be, and thereby are, authorized to execute and deliver to the City of Texarkana, Arkansas, a street and drainage easement in, upon, over, across and under the following described property in Miller County, Arkansas:

All that certain tract or parcel of land being a part Section 4, T. 15 S., R. 28 W., Miller County, centerline of an existing road designated as f A being a part of that certain 13.67 acre tract the University of Arkansas by Warr Deed recorded as Do 2013R003644 of the Records of r County described by metes and bounds as

the SWV,i of the SEV,i Arkansas; a fire hydrant b bears S. 69° 38' W., 66.4 THENCE - N. 01 ° 07' 19" E.

e at the Southwest comer of R. 28 W., Miller County,

; a storm sewer manhole 0° 04' w., 150.4 ft.;

st boundary line of said ain 13.67 acre conveyed to

ity of Ark · as by Warranty Deed recorded Records of Miller County, Arkansas; the

escribed tract of land; said Point of existing road designated as U of A

" E., 21.02 ft. with the above mentioned West f the SEV,i, same being the West boundary line of

7 acre tract to the Northwest comer of proposed U of

9° 15' 56" E., 24.03 ft. with the North boundary line of the ned proposed U of A Way Widening;

THENCE - N. 88° 48' 45" E., 265.05 ft. with the above mentioned North boundary line of proposed U of A Way Widening to the center of the above mentioned existing road designated as U of A Way, same being the South boundary line of the above mentioned 13.67 acre tract;


THENCE - Southwesterly with the centerline of the above mentioned existing road designated as U of A Way and South boundary line of 13.67 acre tract along the following courses: S. 83° 13' 12" W., 91.54 ft. ; S. 83° 54' 51" W., 96.29 ft. and S. 86° 46' 02" W., 102.96 ft. to the POINT OF BEGINNING; basis of bearings is true north. The above described property being surveyed by Richard V. Hall, Jr. contains 0.083 acres ofland, more or less.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED THAT the easement sh · n form and content approved by the General Counsel.

5. Re ort on Distance Education and Technolo

6.

ittee met on ced Workday

provide. a Olszewski

Chair Goodson repo 2018 and moved

6.1 ies in the Fa Jones School of Architecture

OARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE UNIVERSITY OF the pr sal of the University of Arkansas, Fayetteville, to add a ies w h concentrations in (1) Resiliency Design and (2) Retail and ithin the Fay Jones School of Architecture and Design, effective proved.

RESOLVED THAT if enrollment and budget goals have not been met upon evaluation of the program after five years the program will be discontinued.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED THAT the President is hereby authorized to submit this proposal to the Arkansas Department of Higher Education for appropriate action.

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6.2 Approval to Add a New Administrative Unit, University of Arkansas Resiliency Center, in the Fay Jones School of Architecture and Design, UAF:

6.3

6.4

BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE UNIVERSITY OF ARKANSAS THAT the proposal of the University of Arkansas, Fayetteville, to add a new Administrative Unit, University of Arkansas Resiliency Center (UARC), within the Fay Jones School of Architecture and Design, is hereby approved.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED THAT the President is proposal to the Arkansas Department of Higher Educa ·

BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOA

•

of Arkansas, etteville, to three concentrations in (1)

and to delete one concentration in sics, effective fall 2018, is hereby

ent an , udget goals have not been met am will be discontinued.

e President is hereby authorized to submit this fer Education for appropriate action.

Graduate Certificate Pro ams to Inactive

OARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE UNIVERSITY OF e re uest of the University of Arkansas at Little Rock to transfer

te programs as listed below to inactive status is hereby approved.

Literacy Intervention Specialist Literacy, Language, and Culture

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED THAT the President is hereby authorized to submit this proposal to the Higher Education Coordinating Board for appropriate action.


6.5 Approval to Add a Certificate of Proficiency in Emergency Medical TechnologyBasic, UAFS:

BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE UNIVERSITY OF ARKANSAS THAT the proposal of the University of Arkansas at Fort Smith to add a Certificate of Proficiency in Emergency Medical Technology-Basic is hereby approved.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED THAT if enrollment and bu upon evaluation of the program after five years the progr

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED THAT the Presiden proposal to the Arkansas Department of Higher

6.6 A roval to Reconfi ure the Bachelor o

6.7

UAM:

approved.

ent an udget goals have not been met am will be discontinued.

OARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE UNIVERSITY OF ·versity of Arkansas at Monticello's request to delete the

by approved.

• plied Science Option • Five Mi ptions for the Bachelor of Science in Natural Resources Management (1) Forestry inor (2) Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Minor (3) Natural Resources Minor ( 4) Surveying Minor (5) Wildlife Management Minor



6.8 Approval of a Proposal to Add a Diesel Technology Program, CCCUA:

BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE UNIVERSITY OF ARKANSAS THAT the proposal of Cossatot Community College of the University of Arkansas to add a Diesel Technology Program is hereby app

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED THAT if enrollment upon evaluation of the program after five years the p

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED THAT the P proposal to the Arkansas Department of ff

6.9 A roval of a Pro osal to Transfer 'P Certificate to Inactive Status, CCCUA

BE IT RESOLVED BY T ARKANSAS THAT the prop Arkansas to transfer the listed p

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'ty College of the University of ereby approved.

he President is hereby authorized to submit this partment of Higher Education for appropriate action.

Y THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE UNIVERSITY OF the Board hereby approves the Academic and Student Affairs

sented to the Board at its January 24-25, 2018 meeting.

ER RESOLVED THAT a letter of notification will be submitted to ADHE following the Board meeting setting forth these items.


1. University of Arkansas at Little Rock 1.1 Curriculum Revisions to Existing Programs:

1.2

• Bachelor of Arts in International Studies - The net reduction in total hours will make this a more transfer-student friendly degree.

• Bachelor of Arts in Political Science: Secondary Education - changes to the Political Science/Social Studies Education major/minor course of study will better align the program with the state d national curriculum framework changes, incorporating additional literacy. The changes also include those t students seeking 7-12 and K-12 licensur minor is the result of extended ary discussion and

inor to best meet collaboration across campus to r 1gn student and employer needs.

in Applied ate in Applied Statistics is

eting a baccalaureate degree and a condensing what would normally

out four years. By accelerating the Graduate Certificate,

s pro sionals and could continue on ram for the Graduate Certificate

eviszons to Existing Programs: r of Science in Computer Information Systems - Due to the e use of data structures in database processing and the

pment of database programs covered in CIS 4623 Database nagement Systems and CIS 3553 Advanced COBOL, because of its

emphasis on database programming implementation, is a more appropriate prerequisite than were CIS 3423 COBOL Programming Language, and CIS 3443 Object-Oriented Programming Languages.

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing - Modification of the readmission policy for prelicensure Bachelor of Science in Nursing students will ensure that readmitted students maintain and improve skills with faculty supervision


7.

8.

to meet competency standards. This modification will also align the prelicensure Bachelor of Science in Nursing policy with the Associate of Applied Science in Nursing readmission policy.

2.2 Policy Modifications: • Developmental Student Placement - Students who are placed in

developmental reading, math, and/or English co rses will not be allowed

2.3

Upon motion by was approved:

to enroll in online courses during their first te ollment, excluding summer terms. After the first term, nts who do not require developmental English or reading may online courses. Students who score 68 or below on the ACC eading exam will be

tatus. Conditional

residency e degree at

nsfer students. This revision students seeking a second

47.0303

Proposed CIP

14.4 101

Service

Board Policy 100.9, Board of Trustees Principles of and Conflict of Interest was tabled.

Reimbursement for Each Board Member for Performin Official ear 2018:

e Harriman and second by Trustee Waldrip, the following resolution

BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE UNIVERSITY OF ARKANSAS THAT the Board of Trustees, by a majority vote of the total membership, authorizes expense reimbursement for each board member for performing official board duties in calendar year 2018.


BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED THAT the action by the Board will be fully documented in the official minutes of the meeting held on January 24-25, 2018.

9. Campus Report: Dr. Stephanie Gardner, Interim Chancellor, UAMS:

Stephanie Gardner, Pharm.D., Ed.D., Interim Chancellor, Senior Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs and Provost of the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, welcomed the Board to UAMS and gave a report highlighti rams unique to the state's only academic health sciences university. During Dr. dner's talk, she showed a video and also called on Ron Robertson, M.D., directo S' Level One Trauma Center to make a presentation about the trauma center's state. She also called on Peter Emanuel, M.D., director of the Winthrop P. ck' Institute, to update the Board on the Cancer Institute's push to attain designation and the difference that designation would make in t ives of Arkansas cancer ts.

10. President's Re ort: Donald R. Bobbitt Uni

President Don Bobbitt thanked colleagues for the exceptional ho for her service as the Interim Chan

Stephanie Gardner and her oard. He recognized Dr. Gardner

s, and commended her for the that Dr. Gardner recently

feller Cancer Center and the Institute designation in the next

ted Chancellor, Dr. Cam Patterson,

an avid Curran of the UA System General ing the UA System' s interests in a recent legal

pdate on the ERP Project and the selection, through the for so ware services. He thanked members of the legislature for nd support as well as UACCH Chancellor Chris Thomason and ctor Steven Fulkerson for their work leading the project.

Additionally, Dr. provided an update on the process for proposed revisions to Board Policies 405.l, 40 and 470.l that were included as information items in the November Board agenda. Meetings with faculty governance representatives were held to discuss policy revisions and hear feedback. He stated the next step will be to complete revised drafts of the policies incorporating some of the feedback received.

Board of Trustees Meeting January 24-25 , 2018 Page 24

President Bobbitt closed his report by expressing his sincere thanks and appreciation to Chairman Ben Hyneman for his ten years of exceptional service to the UA System and the State.

11 . Approval of a License Agreement with Rejuvenics Technologies, LLC, UAF:

12.

Based upon technology developed by researchers at the University of Arkansas, Fayetteville, and the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, the Uni has applied for, and received, patents relating to Method of Controlled Drug Re leas a Liposome Carrier and Methods and Compositions for X-Ray Induced Releas h Sensitive Liposomes. Chancellor Joseph E. Steinmetz requested approval for to license the patent rights to an Arkansas company, Rejuvenics Te olo r the purpose of commercializing the technology. Upon motion ond by Trustee Boyer, the following resolution was adopted:

ARKANSAS THAT the President and the Chi cer shall be, and hereby are, terms and conditions substantially authorized to execute the followin

as presented to the Board: Rejuven

entit patente requested company, Vi Trustee Goodson

BE IT RESOLV

sity of Arkansas who may o in their individual capacities

e University.

,rkansas, Fayetteville, have developed a technology asculature Modeling Process. This technology is not

nt a icensable invention. Chancellor Joseph E. Steinmetz University to license the rights to the technology to an Arkansas

the purpose of commercializing the technology. Upon motion by ond by Trustee Waldrip, the following resolution was adopted:

BY THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE UNIVERSITY OF ARKANSAS THAT the President and the Chief Financial Officer shall be, and hereby are, authorized to execute the following license agreement with terms and conditions substantially as presented to the Board: Vivas LLC.


BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED THAT employees of the University of Arkansas who may serve as officers or directors of the subject company shall do so in their individual capacities and not as employees of the University or at the direction of the University.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED THAT this resolution is adopted pursuant to the provisions of Arkansas Code Annotated § 19-11-717.

13. A roval of Revisions to the Razorback Transit Substance Abus

Chancellor Joseph E. Steinmetz presented a request Razorback Transit Substance Abuse Policy. The m incorporate amendments to comply with certain new procedures. Upon motion by Trustee Gibson an

of changes to the visions to the policy

and alcohol testing r, the following

resolution was approved:

WHEREAS, the Board of Trustees of the Transit, is dedicated to providing safe and depen

as, acting thro transportation services; and

WHEREAS, it is our policy to perform assigned duties in a safe, environment is free from the adverse

possess10n, or u employees to s drug dependency,

e not impaired in their ability to anner and that our workplace

ohol misuse; and

1tfacture, distribution, dispensing, tance is rohibited and that we encourage

ime personal problems, including alcohol or erform their assigned duties; and

portation, Federal Transit Administration has esting Program regulated by 49 CFR Part 655, as

amended, for safety-sensitive employees of public of federal funding; and

Drug and Alcohol Policy meets the requirements of the federal regulations;

NOW, THEREFO , BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE UNIVERSITY O ARKANSAS THAT the proposed Drug and Alcohol Policy revised January 1, 2018, in compliance with federal regulations, is hereby adopted.


14. Unanimous Consent Agenda:

Chairman Hyneman presented the Unanimous Consent Agenda. He stated that items on this agenda are ones in which the Board has traditionally been in unanimous agreement. Upon motion by Trustee Harriman and second by Trustee Eichler, the following resolutions were adopted:

14.1 Acknowledgment of Donated Funds Resolution:

BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF TRUST ARKANSAS THAT pursuant to Board Policy 4 appreciation receipt of donated funds to The U to the University to establish the following e lectureships, professorship and scholarshiR

(a) The Fine Arts Library Endowm at the University of Arkansas, Fayetteville.

d acknowledges with Foundation, Inc. or

owments, funds,

ng the School of Art at the

(d) ent benefitting the School of Art at the

s benefitting the School of Art at the University

ent benefitting the School of Art at the University of

Technology and Maintenance Endowment benefitting the University of Arkansas, Fayetteville.

(h) The Sc ool of Art Undergraduate Student Support Endowment benefitting the School of Art at the University of Arkansas, Fayetteville.

(i) The School of Art Graduate Student Support Endowment benefitting the School of Art at the University of Arkansas, Fayetteville.


G) The Studio Art Foundations Program Endowment benefitting the School of Art at the University of Arkansas, Fayetteville.

(k) The Graphic Design Program Endowment benefitting the School of Art at the University of Arkansas, Fayetteville.

(1) The Mike and Billie Lax Family Scholarship benefitting the School of Law at the University of Arkansas, Fayetteville.

(m) The William C. and Janice H. Chevaillier Endo of Law at the University of Arkansas, Fayetteville.

(n) The Mike and Cindy Bonds Advance the University of Arkansas, Fayetteville.

( o) The Gary L. and Melissa benefitting the Sam M. Walton College

ansas Endow Scholarship a the University of Arkansas,

Fayetteville.

(p) The Linda and Deborah , Scholarship benefitting the Uni

lectrical Engineering benefitting sas, Fayetteville.

ctures in Architecture benefitting the Fay the University of Arkansas, Fayetteville.

ndowed tudy Abroad Scholarships benefitting the Sam M. University of Arkansas, Fayetteville.

istin -Maria Howlett Endowed Award benefitting the College of rofessions at the University of Arkansas, Fayetteville.

and Richard Vint ExxonMobil Diversity Endowment Award hool of Law at the University of Arkansas, Fayetteville.

(v) The Chancellor's Advance Arkansas Endowed Scholarship benefitting the University of Arkansas, Fayetteville.


(w) The James and Wanda Irwin Poultry Science Scholarship benefitting the Bumpers College of Agricultural, Food and Life Sciences at the University of Arkansas, Fayetteville.

(x) The James and Wanda Irwin Music Scholarship benefitting the J. William Fulbright College of Arts and Sciences at the University of Arkansas, Fayetteville.

(y) The Timothy P. Donovan Memorial Endowed Leet William Fulbright College of Arts and Sciences at Fayetteville.

(z) The Ralph M. Cloar Jr. Endowed Student the University of Arkansas, Fayetteville.

(aa) The Lawrence H. Schmieding Ad benefitting the College of Educati Arkansas, Fayetteville.

(bb) The Nicholas P. Lang Nursing benefitting the Colle ·· Sciences.

· es benefitting the J. University of Arkansas,

search benefitting the College of

ging Leadership and Policy benefiting the of Arkansas for Medical Sciences.

owed Chair for ALS Research benefitting the College of ansas for Medical Sciences .

. Education Endowment in Endocrinology benefitting the al Medicine in the College of Medicine at the University of

(gg) The D Interprofessional Education Fund benefitting the University o Arkansas for Medical Sciences.

(hh) The Stanley E. Reed Professorship for Emergency Medicine, Trauma and Injury Prevention benefitting the Department of Emergency Medicine in the College of Medicine at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences.


(ii) The Joseph H. Bates, M.D., M.S Professorship in Academic Public Health Practice benefitting the College of Public Health at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences.

GD The Lillian R. Blackmon, M.D. Fund for Excellence in Neonatology benefitting the Division of Neonatology in the Department of Pediatrics in the College of Medicine at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences.

(kk) The Chatrathi Endowment for Innovations in Co Office of Community Health and Research at the N University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences.

(11) The Howard J. Barnhard, M.D. R benefitting the Department of Radiology i Arkansas for Medical Sciences.

(nn) The Dr. John Baker M the University of Arkansas for

ch Endowment U ·versity of

, obacco Control benefitting the edical Sciences.

tcine Scholarship benefitting the College of edical Sciences.

ehta Lectureship in Internal Medicine benefitting the College kansas for Medical Sciences.

w Fi Endowed Book Award benefitting the William H. Bowen niversity of Arkansas at Little Rock.

olt Endowed Memorial School benefitting the William H. Bowen the University of Arkansas at Little Rock.

(tt) The AR Association of Women Lawyers Bowen Student Chapter Endowed Book Award benefitting the William H. Bowen School of Law at the University of Arkansas at Little Rock.


(uu) The Dean Michael Hunter Schwartz Class of 2017 Endowed Book Award benefitting the William H. Bowen School of Law at the University of Arkansas at Little Rock.

(vv) The Jackye and Curtis Finch Endowed Visual Arts Scholarship benefitting the Department of Art and Design in the College of Arts, Letters and Sciences at the University of Arkansas at Little Rock.

(ww) The Mia Hall and David Clemons Endowed Vis the Department of Art and Design in the College of University of Arkansas at Little Rock.

(xx) The Brad Cushman Endowed Visual of Art and Design in the College of Arkansas at Little Rock.

Scholarship benefitting the Letters and Sciences at the

efitting the Department of s at the University of Arkansas

den Dorothy Anson III Endowed Fund benefitting · n the Col ege of Arts, Letters and Sciences at the University

ravel Fund Endowment benefitting the College of Arts, the University of Arkansas at Little Rock.

( ddd) The tephens Golden Mike Endowed Scholarship benefitting the Department Mass Communications in the College of Social Sciences and Communication at the University of Arkansas at Little Rock.

( eee) The Dr. L. Carolyn Pearson Research and Publication Endowment benefitting the Higher Education Doctoral Program in the Department of Education Leadership in the College of Education and Health Professions at the University of Arkansas at Little Rock.


(fff) The Student Success Endowment in the College of Business at the University of Arkansas at Little Rock.

(ggg) The Steven Glen Anders, Jr. Memorial Endowed Scholarship benefitting the Division of Music at the University of Arkansas at Monticello.

(hhh) The Clarence L. and Mary Almeta Nixon Tho Scholarship benefitting Athletics at the University of Ark

(iii) The E. Wesley McCoy Scholarship benefittin Resources at the University of Arkansas at Mont" lo.

Gjj) The Mainline Health Systems Inco Mathematical and Natural Sciences Monticello.

(kkk) The Arkansas Society o Forest and Natural Resource

(lll) The Jean Frisby Endowe Monticello.

Endowed

ansas at

University of Arkansas at

Scholarship benefitting the

Scholarship benefitting the University of

al Endowed Scholarship benefitting the University of Arkansas lege.

(qqq) The Ch aul Bash French Whip Endowed Scholarship benefitting the University of Arkansas ulaski Technical College.

(m) The Windgate CHARTS Endowment benefitting the University of Arkansas Pulaski Technical College.


BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED THAT the Board hereby ratifies and approves the establishment of the foregoing named endowments which shall be held and used pursuant to Board Policy 470.2 and the agreement or resolution of The University of Arkansas Foundation, Inc. establishing them and with such provisions as may be required to be consistent with applicable law and accomplish the donor' s purposes as nearly as possible.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED THAT the Board ratifi Amendment to Gift Agreement for the Benefit of e V ers · Tyson Foods Foundation, Inc. and the University of in section 3, second paragraph, to read "Through System, this gift shall be administered as foll Development or Scholarships."

approves the First een John Tyson and the stem replacing language

e Donor and the UA

14.2 Sorrow Resolution for Dr. Walter Schul

WHEREAS, Dr. Schuldt rece1 M.A. and Ph.D. from Michigan

ldt s rved as a founding board member of the Ozark Guidance stablish the Elizabeth Richardson Children' s Center; and

uldt was an honored colleague and friend to many in the University of Arkansas ayetteville communities and willingly mentored new faculty members by sharing his time, experience, and expertise to help them reach their potential;

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE UNIVERSITY OF ARKANSAS THAT the Board expresses its appreciation for Dr. Walter John Schuldt's contributions and long service to the University of Arkansas and expresses condolences to his family.


FURTHERMORE, the Board of Trustees directs that this resolution shall be spread upon the minutes of this meeting and a copy shall be provided to Dr. Schuldt's wife, Doris Ann Schuldt, and his children, Andrea Jean King and Eric Schuldt.

14.3 Sorrow Resolution for Dr. William T. Springer, UAF:

WHEREAS, Walter John Schuldt, 84, of Fayetteville, A Department of Psychology, died September 19, 2017; an

WHEREAS, Dr. Schuldt received his B.S. degree fr M.A. and Ph.D. from Michigan State University· d

WHEREAS, Dr. Schuldt joined the U assistant professor, was promoted to a and served the University until his re in 1995; and

WHEREAS, Dr. Schuldt se of Arkansas and received the

member of the Ozark Guidance

: eague and friend to many in the University un1t1 and willingly mentored new faculty members

rtise to help them reach their potential;

OLVED BY THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE S THAT the Board expresses its appreciation for Dr.

cont utions and long service to the University of Arkansas and to his family.

, the Board of Trustees directs that this resolution shall be spread upon the minutes o is meeting and a copy shall be provided to Dr. Schuldt's wife, Doris Ann Schuldt, and his children, Andrea Jean King and Eric Schuldt.


15. President's Report of Police Authority Granted:

Since the President's Report to the Board on November 8-9, 2017, police authority has been granted to Officers Tara Wilder, Megan Bryant and Gerald Mitchell at UAF and Officers Jocelyn Herrarte and Blake Scott at UAFS.

16. Chairman's Report: Ben Hyneman

Chairman Hyneman began his comments by thanking the Pres· s. Bobbitt for the Board dinner the previous night and Dr. Gardner and U meeting. He thanked the campus leaders stating his dee pr caring for students, and thanked the system staff statin he ha presidents whom he greatly admired and appreciat ent on to t members, both present and past, Governor Bee for appointing him to wife, Janet, for her support during the ten ye e has se d. He concluded was humbled by the opportunity to serve tw. of the Board of

rved more than 30 years as General stem; and

as General Counsel to a part-time role in ntention to fully retire January 31, 2018; and

as General Counsel spanned the tenure of three s, 49 stees and numerous chancellors and other senior the UA System; and

rrison's breadth of knowledge and expertise in higher education, business, e ent and contract law were instrumental in the growth and development the UA System from seven campuses and divisions when he began as General Counsel in 1985 to 19 campuses, divisions and units across the state today; and

WHEREAS, Mr. Harrison built and cultivated a team of outstanding lawyers with diverse areas of expertise to serve the many needs of the various institutions across the UA System; and


17.

WHEREAS, Fred became known for his unique filing system along with his genial personality and quick wit; someone, who in addition to providing wise legal advice, was always ready with a perfectly timed joke and jovial smile; and

WHEREAS, Fred has long been entrenched as a leader in the Little Rock community, through supporting local causes and participation in organizations and clubs with other prominent local residents; and

WHEREAS, Fred and his wife Helen have both s System with distinction and great sacrifice and are

· to pursue their shared passions of traveling and

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOL V THE UNIVERSITY OF ARKANSAS of Fred H. Harrison from the Gene

University of Arkansas served full retirement

eir grandchildren;

etirement

reby bestows on Mr. Harrison the the Board is hereby directed to

d transmit a copy of this

n and seco Trustee Broughton, the Board voted to · 4 a. . for the purpose of the election of officers,

Ii> ical C staffs; the approval of salaries in excess of the

degrees and awards; the granting of emeritus status; and the demotion, disciplining or resignation of public officers

ous c ses of the University of Arkansas System. Chairman egular Session of the Board at 1 :32 p.m. and called for action on sed in Executive Session:

Upon motion by Trustee Gibson and second by Trustee Broughton the following resolution was adopted:

BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE UNIVERSITY OF ARKANSAS THAT the following are elected to serve as officers of the Board of Trustees effective March 1, 2018:


Mark Waldrip, Chair John Goodson, Vice Chair Morril Harriman, Secretary Kelly Eichler, Assistant Secretary

17.2 Approval of the Granting of Emeritus Status, UAP:

Upon motion by Trustee Broughton and second resolutions were adopted.

Emeritus Status Resolution for Dr. John C. Dixon U

WHEREAS, Dr. John C. Dixon, Profess College of Arts and Sciences, Universi 2017;and

WHEREAS, Dr. Dixon earned Australia, an M.A. from the the University of Colorado, B

s in 1981 as an instructor and te Professor in 1987, and Professor

impressive career in the field of ent total of 36 years teaching and conducting t'viding extraordinary service to the Department,

as Chair of the Department of Geography for five years;

n is a respected colleague and a beloved teacher held in the highest 1/W d students; and

WHEREAS, r. Dixon was the director of the graduate program in Space and Planetary Sciences for 6 years and an associate director of the Environmental Dynamics doctoral program from its inception; and


WHEREAS, Dr. Dixon has supervised 36 Masters students in Geography and 13 Doctoral students in Environmental Dynamics and Space and Planetary Sciences combined; and

WHEREAS, Dr. Dixon continues to serve on committees of Masters and Doctoral students in Geosciences and Space and Planetary Sciences;

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOA UNIVERSITY OF ARKANSAS THAT the Board best Professor Emeritus of Geosciences, effective Janu rights and privileges as extended to emeritus facul University of Arkansas System.

FURTHERMORE, the Board directs th minutes of this meeting, and a copy sha

WHEREAS, Dr. Sean W. , Methods in the College of E Fayetteville, retired August 31 ,

RUSTEES OF THE

':Arkansas in 1995 as an assistant professor an Educatio1j · the Nationa and

e Geor . and Boyce Billingsley Chair for om 2004 to 2009 and has served as director of

ment and Evaluation Systems since 1998;

has enjoyed a distinguished career in the field of educational · ncluding serving as senior advisor in the office of the

artment of Education from 2005 to 2009; and

enon served in university leadership positions, including assistant arch from 2008 to 2010 and director of research assessment and

ice of the vice provost for research from 2013 to 2016; and

WHEREAS, r. Mulvenon received numerous departmental awards such as Outstanding Faculty Member for 2010 and 2007, Faculty Service Award for 2006, 2005, 2004, and 2002, and Faculty Research Award for 2005, 2004, 2003, 2002, 2001, and 1999; national awards such as the 2004 Digital Education Center "Best of the Web" National Award and the 2003 National Leadership Award from the National Business Council; and


university and college awards such as the Outstanding College Research Award for 1998-99 and the Nadine Baum Teaching Grant Award in 1998-99; and

WHEREAS, Dr. Mulvenon has written numerous books, chapters, peer-reviewed journal articles and technical reports on his research, and has received total external funding of $13. 7 million as principal investigator and has made many regional and national presentations; and

WHEREAS, Dr. Mulvenon is a respected colleague and t his peers and students;

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY UNIVERSITY OF ARKANSAS THAT the the title of Professor Emeritus of Educatio retroactive to September 1, 2017, extended to emeritus faculty by the System.

FURTHERMORE,

ileges as of Arkansas

upon the

fessor Interim Head, Department of Plant of Agricultural, Food and Life Sciences retired

degree in botany from Iowa State University of d M.S. and Ph.D. degrees from the University of Illinois; and

ed as Assistant Professor in the Department of Plant of G orgia at the Griffin Experiment Station prior to joining the

athology as Associate Professor in 1989; and

othrock's research on the ecology of soilborne plant pathogens has contributions to the discipline of plant pathology and the cotton industry

is studies on the relationships between Thielaviopsis basicola and the rootknot nematode in seedling cotton defined a new environmentally mediated pathogen interaction. Basic ecological studies of various other seedling pathogens of cotton and other crops by Dr. Rothrock placed him in view nationally and internationally as an authority on seedling pathogens and seedling disease control; and


WHEREAS, Dr. Rothrock has been considered the department's quintessential ambassador to students through his exemplary teaching of the introductory course, Principles of Plant Pathology, and through his mentorship of graduate students, who have gone on to professional careers in plant pathology throughout the United States and around the world; and

WHEREAS, Dr. Rothrock has served the Division of Agri ulture, the University of Arkansas, and the state in numerous capacities both professi ~ d personally, and is a respected colleague held in highest regard by his peers dents;

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE UNIVERSITY OF ARKANSAS THAT the Bo be . Craig S. Rothrock

lant Pathology, rivileges as

Arkansas

rustee Harriman the following

TRUSTEES OF THE UNIVERSITY OF below, in excess of the line-item maximum

by a for the following individuals at the University of cordance with Arkansas Code Annotated section 6-62-103:

dBas to De ember 1, 2017 nt Strength and Conditioning Coach

o cti to January 9, 2018 sistant Coach

effective re tive to January 1, 2018 Trumain Carroll, Head Strength and Conditioning Coach effective retroactive to January 1, 2018

John Chavis, Defensive Coordinator effective retroactive to January 1, 2018

Ron Cooper, Assistant Coach effective retroactive to January 1, 2018

$3 ,350,800

$84,872

$360,000

$290,000

$955,000

$355,000


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Joe Craddock, Offensive Coordinator $600,000 effective retroactive to January 1, 2018

Dustin Fry, Assistant Coach $400,000 effective retroactive to January 1, 2018

Chad Morris, Head Football Coach $3,500,000 effective retroactive to December 5, 2017

Kim Needy, Dean of Graduate School and International Educ tion and Interim Vice Provost for Research $269,215

effective retroactive to January 1, 2018 Randy Ross, Assistant Athletic Director of Football $180,000 effective retroactive to January 1, 2018

Mark Smith, Assistant Coach effective retroactive to January 1, 2018

Justin Stepp, Assistant Coach effective retroactive to January 1, 201

Jeffrey Traylor, Assistant Coach effective retroactive to January 1, 2018

Hunter Yurachek, Vice Chan ellor and Direc $850,000 effective retroactive to Dec -r 4, 2017

Upon motion nommees recommende May 2018 public until a

onth Reviews Rea ointments and Chan es ital and AHEC Staffs UAMS:

e requests for initial appointments, six month reviews, ange in privileges for the University Hospital and AHEC staffs was made by Trustee Waldrip. The Board voted to adopt the

D BY THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE UNIVERSITY OF THAT the following Initial Appointments, Six Month Reviews,

Reappointments and Requests for Changes in Privileges for Medical Staff and Affiliated Health Professional Staff are hereby approved:


Initial Appointments - Medical Staff CARTER, Dale, MD ...................................................... .............. Neurosciences/Neurology KAY ANJA, Harriet, MD ............. ... ........ ........... ......... Med Specialties/Pulmonary Disease KOMPARE, Michelle, MD .................... Womens & Infants/Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine MARKHAM, Derek, CNP .......... .... ............... .... ... Medical Specialties/ Adult-Gero AC NP

Collaborative Physician: Larry Johnson, MD PALYS, Viktoras, MD .. .......... .............. ....... .............. Neurosciences/Neurological Surgery RA WN, Mary, CNP ......................... ...... ........ Interventional/ ero Primary Care NP

Collaborative Physician: Jill Ramsey, MD STICKLEY, Kimberly, CNP ... ..... ... ........... .... ...... Prim ,

Collaborative Physician: Anna Kendrick, MD WILLIAMS, Arnetta, CNP ................. .. ............... . Nurse Practitioner

Collaborative Physician: Sarah Harrington,

1 Spe ties/Family Nurse Practitioner . Cancer/Family Nurse Practitioner

... .............. . .... . Neur ences/ Acute Care Nurse Practitioner ........... ...... . .... .......... ... .. ........ ........ .. Cancer/Medical Physics

.............. Neurosciences/Physician Assistant .... ...... , gical Specialties/Registered Dental Assistant

............... Surgical Specialties/ Adult-Gero AC NP ......... ........ ....... ........................ Imaging/Diagnostic Radiology

. . .... .. ........ .... ....................... Womens & Infants/OB-GYN . . . . .. . . . . . ...... ... ..................................... Behavioral Health/Psychiatry .... ...... ... .. ........................... .... Neurosciences/Clin Neurophysiology

o, MD .............................. ... .. .... ... ......... Lab_Path/Hematopathology D ............................................ Neurosciences/Clin Neurophysiology

NP .............................. ... ... ............ Surgical Specialties/ Acute Care NP SCHIBUK, , MD ............................ ............................ ... Behavioral Health/Psychiatry STEVENS, Amanda, CNP .................. ... ...................... Surgical Specialties/Acute Care NP TANKERSLEY, Brian, PA ........... ... ............... ....... Behavioral Health/Physician Assistant TAYLOR, John, MD ............... .... ..... ........... ............... Surgical Specialties/General Surgery THOMPSON, Amanda, RDA .. ... ............ Surgical Specialties/Registered Dental Assistant


Reappointments - Medical Staff ALAM, Shoaib, MD ....................... ....... ........... Medical Specialties/Critical Care Medicine ANGTUACO, Sylvia, MD ................................... Womens & Infants/Pediatric Cardiology BHASKAR, Priya, MD ........................................ Womens & Infants/Pediatric Cardiology BURSEY, Deborah, MD ................................ Medical Specialties/Endo, Diabetes & Meta CARTER, Niki, DMD ................................................................ Surgical Specialties/DMD CLOTHIER, Jeffrey, MD .................. ... .................................. Be avioral Health/Psychiatry DEAN, Janice, CNP ............................................ Neuroscienc "·1y Nurse Practitioner

Collaborative Physician: Sarkis Nazarian, MD DOUGAN, Angela, CNP ................................... Cancer

Collaborative Physician: Richard Griffiths, MD DUNN, Donna, CNP ........................... . Surgical

Collaborative Physician: Benjamin Tharian ELTAHAWY, Ehab, MD.......................... . ........................ Surgical . hies/Urology GA TH, Elizabeth, MD . . . . .. ........... ... . . . . . . . . ........ Pri , Care/General In Medicine HARVILLE, Terry, MD..... ... ................... . ................ Lab th/Pathology HENRY-TILLMAN, Ronda, MD................. . .................. Cancer/General Surgery HOPKINS, Robert, Jr., MD... ........................... ary Care/General Internal Medicine HUNT, James, MD .............. entional/Pediatric Anesthesiology JONES, Stacie, MD................. ec/Ped Allergy & Immunology LA VEND ER, Robert, MD......... e/General Internal Medicine LENDEL, Irina, MD...................... ecialti ndo, Diabetes & Metabolism LIGGIN, Rebec y Medicine/Emergency Medicine LIU, Julia, ................ , urgical Specialties/Gastroenterology LOUV ....... ............. . ..... Emergency Medicine/Emergency Medicine MAGA omens & Infants/Maternal Fetal Medicine OZDEMIR, Ayt .................................. Medical Specialties/Surgery/CT P ..... ...... .... Surgical Specialties/Physician Assistant

·chael Go mko, MD ............................... Surgical Specialties/Ophthalmology

........................................... Medical Specialties/Nephrology NP ............................ Surgical Specialties/Family Nurse Practitioner ian: Keith Wolter, MD

, CNP ..................... . Primary Care/Adult-Gero PC Nurse Practitioner sician: Paula Podrazik, MD

SHIPP, Gordo . D ............................... .... ........ ........ Surgical Specialties/Otolaryngology SINGH, Man1sha, MD ............................ ... ............... .. ....... Medical Specialties/Nephrology SMITH, Charles, MD ............................ ...... ......... ............... Primary Care/Family Medicine


Change in Privileges FOSTER, Sara, PA .................... ........ ............. ... ......... Musculoskeletal/Physician Assistant

Supervising Physician: Charles Barnes, MD Requesting Knee Joint Injections

RANKIN, Heather, PA. .... .................. .......... ....... ....... Musculoskeletal/Physician Assistant Supervising Physician: Charles Barnes, MD Requesting Knee Joint Injections

Rea ointments - Affiliate KREMER, Stephanie, PSYD ...................................... .

Sponsoring Physician: Jeffrey Clothier, MD RULE, James, LCSW .... ............ ............ ...... . ..

Sponsoring Physician: Charles Smith, M

17.6 A roval of a Nominee for the Chan

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Upon motion by Trustee recommended to receive th Medical Sciences at the Ma nominee will not be made pu agrees to accept the award.

by Trustee Waldrip, the following

te, Associate Professor of Nursing at the University of k, has expressed her intent to retire effective Dec 31 , 2017; and

te holds a MNSc degree in Nursing Science from University of al Sciences (1997); and

s. Cote joined the University of Arkansas at Little Rock January 9, 2006 as an Assistant Professor of Nursing, was granted tenure in 2016, was then promoted to Associate Professor in 2016; and


WHEREAS, Ms. Cote has taught Fundamentals of Nursing, Essential Nursing_ Skills, Health Promotion Across the Lifespan, Mental Health Nursing, and Medical Terminology; and

WHEREAS, Ms. Cote has presented at national and state conventions in the field of nursing; and

WHEREAS, Ms. Cote has provided thoughtful advising an . rship to hundreds of nursing majors; and

WHEREAS, Ms. Cote has served as faculty adviso since 2007; and

WHEREAS, Ms. Cote has served organization; and

WHEREAS, Ms. university

WHEREAS, Ms. Cote has students in the UA Little Rock c

an1zmg service activities for at large; and

ice has been a source of inspiration for the o have come into contact with her; and

dedicated service, the University of Arkansas t the educational needs of the people of the state;

SOLVED BY THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE AS THAT the Board expresses its deep appreciation to Ms.

contributions to the progress and development of the institution; title of Associate Professor Emeritus of Nursing; and directs the

ard of Trustees to transmit a copy of the resolution to Ms. Debra A


Eric Mantle Emeritus Resolution, UALR

WHEREAS, Eric R. Mantle, Professor of Art at the University of Arkansas at Little Rock, has expressed his intent to retire effective December 31, 2017; and

WHEREAS, Mr. Mantle holds a MF A degree in Painting from Ohio University (1968); and

WHEREAS, Mr. Mantle joined the University of Ark 1978, as an Assistant Professor of Art, was granted te , Associate Professor in 1987, and then promoted to P

WHEREAS, Mr. Mantle created the Graphi Department of Art and Design, 1978-80;

WHEREAS, Mr. Mantle created UA to produce work for non-profit organization 1979-2000; and

WHEREAS, Mr. Mantle crea Design; and

Classical

studio courses for the Department of Art and . dio courses; and

ive works in graphic design and illustration included FCO . el, Arkansas Times, Delta Capital Corporation, Federal st Firf,cial Fund of America, International Paper, National Black zark Natural Waters, Pulaski Technical College, University of

ock, University of Mississippi, and the Winthrop Rockefeller OO;and

r. Mantle's creative works in painting have been accepted into 35 national juried exhibitions in the following states: California, Connecticut, Florida, Georgia, Indiana, Louisiana, Maryland, Massachusetts, Missouri, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Texas, and Virginia; including the following cities: Cleveland, Dallas, Houston, Memphis, New York, Philadelphia, and San Francisco, 2010-17; and


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WHEREAS, Mr. Mantle has served the institution with distinction for thirty-nine years; and

WHEREAS, Mr. Mantle's dedicated service has been a source of inspiration for the students, faculty, fellow employees, and all who have come into contact with him; and

WHEREAS, as a result of this same dedicated service, th Little Rock is better able to meet the educational needs of

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE UNIVERSITY OF ARKANSAS THAT the Bo

confers upon him the title of Professor E Board of Trustees to transmit a copy of

Upon motion by Trustee resolutions were adopted:

appreciation to Mr. f the institution;

cretfl!Y of the

sity of Arkansas at Pine Bluff as a Professor on

e institution with distinction as a scholar and teacher for 38 ndergraduate programs for the School of Education; and

n devoted her academic and professional career to the students at an exemplary reputation for expertise in Curriculum and Instruction;

WHEREAS, Dr. Linton served on two national boards (the National Research and Training Center on Blindness and Low Vision) and MONARCH, (a federally funded project to increase the capacity of underrepresented universities to receive grant funds); and

WHEREAS, during her tenure at UAPB, Dr. Linton also served as a trainer for Alliance 2000 at Vanderbilt University and as a trainer for MONARCH; and


WHEREAS, Dr. Linton served as Chairperson for the Comprehensive System for Personnel Development at the Arkansas Department of Education for eight years; and

WHEREAS, Dr. Linton served as a three- time President of the Pine Bluff School Board during her 14 year tenure on the board; and

WHEREAS, Dr. Linton's dedicated service, professionalism, of inspiration to her students, colleagues, and all who came i

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE UNIVERSITY OF ARKANSAS THAT the Board e Hazel Linton for her contributions to the progr confers upon her the title Professor Emeritus

FURTHERMORE, the Board directs t meeting, and a copy shall be provided to D .

WHEREAS, Dr. George Herts, at the University of Arkansas at and

adership were sources nta with her;

appreciation to Dr. is institution, and

and Professor of Education

schools of Arkansas, Louisiana, and

as A ciate Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs & st 1, 1985; and

stitution with distinction as an administrator, scholar and aduate and undergraduate teacher education programs; and

also served the institution with distinction and honor as the Associate Technology, the Director of Youth Opportunities Unlimited (YOU),

irector of Delta Assessment Center for Drug and Alcohol Abuse

WHEREAS, during his tenure at UAPB, Dr. Herts served as the Chairperson for the Department of Curriculum and Instruction, Director of Affirmative Action, and Interim Dean of Graduate Studies and Continuing Education; and

WHEREAS, Dr. Herts devoted his academic and professional career to the students at UAPB, and enjoyed an exemplary reputation for his expertise in Education; and


WHEREAS, Dr. Herts worked to increase the enrollment and student success, hire qualified faculty, develop and implement academic policies, and counsel faculty, staff and students; and

WHEREAS, Dr. Herts's dedicated service, leadership, and compassion were sources of inspiration to his students, colleagues, and all who came into contact with him;

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BO UNIVERSITY OF ARKANSAS THAT the Board exp George Herts for his contributions to the progress an confers upon him the title Professor Emeritus ofEduca

FURTHERMORE, the Board directs that thi meeting, and a copy shall be provided to D

Vice Chairman Waldrip made some brief remar s Board is expiring. He stated that Trustee Ben Hyne order to bring groups together, and tha is the epitome

There being no further business to com and second by Trustee Harriman, the meet

RUSTEES OF THE

ion by Trustee Broughton

AGENDA FOR THE BUILDINGS AND GROUNDS COMMITTEE UNIVERSITY OF ARKANSAS BOARD OF TRUSTEES UNIVERSITY OF ARKANSAS AT MONTICELLO GIBSON UNIVERSITY CENTER, GREEN ROOM MONTICELLO, ARKANSAS 3:45 P.M., MARCH 28, 2018

University of Arkansas, Fayetteville

1. Consideration of Request for Project Approval and Selection of Design Professional and Construction Manager/General Contractor for the Student Success Center Project, UAF (Action)

2. Consideration of Request for Project Approval and Selection of Design Professional and Construction Manager/General Contractor for the Windgate Art & Design District Project, UAF (Action)

3'. Consideration of Request for Selection of Two Firms to Provide On-Call Civil Engineering Services, UAF (Action)

4. Consideration of Request for Selection of Two Firms to Provide On-Call Geotechnical Engineering Services, UAF (Action)

5. Consideration of Request for Selection of Three Firms to Provide On-Call Architectural Services, UAF (Action)

6. Consideration of Request for Approval of Easements with Arkansas Farm House Association, Inc. for the "Senior Walk" Project, UAF (Action)

7. Consideration of Request for Approval of Easements with Diane W. Block and Jeffrey F. Block for the "Senior Walk" Project, UAF (Action)

8. Consideration of Request for Approval of Easements with Arkansas Alumni Corp of Sigma Phi Epsilon for the "Senior Walk" Project, UAF (Action)

9. Consideration of Request for Approval of Easements with the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints for the "Senior Walk" Project, UAF (Action)

Division of Agriculture

10. Consideration of Request for Approval of the Sale of Property, approximately 80 acres known as "Coal Hill" or Hartman Bottoms," Located in Johnson County, Arkansas, AGRI (Action)

AGENDA FOR THE MEETING OF THE BUILDINGS AND GROUNDS COMMITTEE MARCH 28-29, 2018 PAGE2


11. Consideration of Request for Approval to Demolish Structures on Four Properties, UAFS (Action)

University of Arkansas at Community College at Morrilton

12. Consideration of Request for Approval to Demolish the Technology I Building, UACCM (Action)

University of Arkansas System

13. Review of the Energy Conservation Report and Act 1494 Compliance, All Campuses (Information)

Item 1: Project Approval and Selection of Design Professional and Construction Manager/General Contractor for the Student Success Center Project, UAF (Action)

PROJECT APPROVAL AND SELECTION OF DESIGN PROFESSIONAL AND CONSTRUCTION

MANAGER/GENERAL CONTRACTOR FOR THE STUDENT SUCCESS CENTER PROJECT, UAF

(ACTION)

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UNIVERSITY OF ARKANSAS SYSTEM

Office of the President

March 19, 2018

TO MEMBERS OF THE BUILDINGS AND GROUNDS COMMITTEE:

Mr. John Goodson, Chair Mr. Tommy Boyer Dr. Stephen Broughton Mr. Cliff Gibson Mr. David Pryor

Dear Committee Members:

Chancellor Joseph E. Steinmetz at the University of Arkansas, Fayetteville, is requesting approval for a capital project and the selection of an architect/engineer and construction manager/general contractor for the Student Success Center Project on the Fayetteville campus. The Capital Project Proposal Form and Map are attached for Board consideration. The project costs are estimated between $40 and $45 million and will be funded through general obligation bonds supported by the facility fee, campus reserves, student affairs/dining contract revenues, and potential donor gifts.

Authorization was granted to begin the search for an architect on December 19, 2017. Board of Trustees selection guidelines concerning advertisement, notification, and interviews have been followed in accordance with Board Policy 740.1.

Six firms responded to the advertisement and five were interviewed. The consensus of the selection committee was that three of the five teams are best suited for this project based on past and current design experience with projects of similar scope and complexity. Therefore, the selection committee and Chancellor Steinmetz would like to suggest the following firms for consideration with the recommended firms listed in order based upon the scoring system shown on the attached worksheet:

1. Core Architects (Rogers, AR) with HBRA Architects (Chicago, IL) 2. SCM Architects (Little Rock, AR and Fayetteville, AR) with Robert A.M.

Stern Architects (New York, NY) 3. AMR Architects (Little Rock, AR) with designLAB architects (Boston, MA)

Authorization was also granted to begin the search for the construction manager/general contractor on December 19, 2017. Board of Trustees selection guidelines concerning advertisement, notification, and interviews have been followed in accordance with Board Policy 730.2.

2404 North University Avenue / Little Rock, Arkansas 72207-3608 / 501 -686-2505

U ni ve rsity of Arkansas, Fayetteville/ University of Arkansas at Little Rock / University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff Unive rsity of Arka nsas for Medical Sciences/ University of Arkansas at Monticello/ Division of Agricul ture/ Criminal Justi ce Institute

Arkansas Archcological Survey/ Phillips Community College of the U niversity of Arka nsas/ U nive rsity o f Arkansas Communi ty Co ll ege at Hope University of Arkansas Community College at Batesville/ Cossatot Community College o f the Unive rsity of Arkansas

University of Arkansas Community College at Morrilton / University of Arkansas at Fort Smi th U niversity of Arkansas - Pulaski Technica l College/ University of Arka nsas Communi ty College at Rich Mountain

Arkansas School for Mathematics, Sciences and the Arts / Unive rsity of Arkansas Clinton School o f Public Service / University of Arkansas System eVcrsity

The University of A 1-kansas is an equal opportunity/affirmative action institution.

Buildings and Grounds Committee UAF Student Success Center Project Page 2 March 19, 2018

Twelve firms responded to the advertisement and five were interviewed. The consensus of the selection committee was that two of the five teams are best suited for this project based on past and current design experience with projects of similar scope and complexity. Therefore, the selection committee and Chancellor Steinmetz would like to suggest the following firms for consideration with the recommended firms listed in order based upon the scoring system shown on the attached worksheet:

1. VCC (Little Rock, AR and Fayetteville, AR) 2. CDI Contractors, LLC (Little Rock, AR and Fayetteville, AR)

I concur with Dr. Steinmetz's recommendation and have attached a proposed resolution for your consideration.

Sincerely,

~ .. co/<. ~Jlk--Donald R. Bobbitt President Charles E. Scharlau Presidential Leadership Chair

Attachments

RESOLUTION

BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE UNIVERSITY OF ARKANSAS THAT the Student Success Center Project at the University of Arkansas, Fayetteville, is hereby approved.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED THAT the University of Arkansas, Fayetteville, is authorized to select as the architect/engineer for the Student Success Center Project located on the campus of the University of Arkansas, Fayetteville.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED THAT the University of Arkansas, Fayetteville, is authorized to select as the construction manager/ general contractor for the Student Success Center Project

CAPITAL PROJECT PROPOSAL FORM

Campus-FAYETTEVILLE Name of Proposed Facility-STUDENT SUCCESS CENTER

1. Project Function

This project will create a home for the Student Success Center, a new program which has a mission to maximize the success of students, especially first-generation Arkansans and Arkansas transfer students, starting with pre-enrollment and the transition to the university, through semester-to-semester retention, on-time graduation, and ending with their transition to careers or further postsecondary education. The Student Success Center will create a dedicated space for student and faculty interaction outside of the classroom, for personal mentoring, tutoring, and guidance, and a welcoming home base for students to study and collaborate. The building will physically and functionally unify existing core student success operations, making the full college experience more navigable for students. The goal of the Student Success Center is to improve academic retention, graduation, and postgraduate success. The project scope will include a food service component, providing students with dining options in an area of campus that has been underserved. The building will be prominently located in the heart of campus, adjacent to Old Main, so that it is easily accessible to students and faculty throughout the day.

2. Facility Location & Description

The building is projected to have an area of around 70,000 to 75,000 gross square feet, and may range from three to five stories high. The central location, just north of Old Main and adjacent to Memorial Hall (see attached map), requires careful consideration of appropriate building placement, materials, and architectural expression to complement the campus' s most important and iconic buildings. The building's proximity to the south face of Memorial Hall offers the opportunity to create an outdoor space with the potential to provide a purposeful connection between the new Student Success Center and Memorial Hall. Construction will require the removal of the existing School of Social Work building, whose spaces will be relocated as part of the overall project. The building will meet campus sustainability requirements and will be fully commissioned by a third-party commissioning agent, per university standards.

3. Total Project Cost

The total project cost is currently estimated between $40 and $45 million.

4. Parking Plan to Support New or Expanded Facility

No parking will be constructed with this project.

5. Source of Project Funds

General obligation bonds supported by the facility fee, campus reserves, student affairs/dining contract revenues, and potential donor gifts.


Campus-FAYETTEVILLE Name of Proposed Facility-STUDENT SUCCESS CENTER

Location Map

rai UNIVERSITY OF

~ARKANSAS Design Services / selection As ranked by committee

j PROJECT I Student Success Center

Selection Committee Member

AMR Architects / designl.AB architects -·-·-··-··-······-·-- ····----------··-SCM Architects / Robert A.M. Stern Architects

Crafton Tull / David M. Schwarz Architects

WD&D Architects/ Hartman-Cox Architects

Core Architects / HBRA Architects

Design Teams are ranked from 1 to 5, with 1 being the highest.

FINAL RANKING

Preferred / recommended to Board of Trustees in the order shown ------ --- --·-----

Core Architects/ HBRA Architects

2 SCM Architects / Robert A.M. Stern Architects

3 AMR Architects/ designl.AB architects

A

1.5 ··-----··-·

5

3.5

3.5

1.5

B C D E F G

2 1.5 3 5 1.5 3 --·

4 2 3.5 5 2

4 5 4 3.5 3 5

5 3 5 4 4

3 1.5 2 1.5

- --------------------·----------------·

Eligible / considered to be qualified, but less suited to the requirements of this job

4 Crafton Tull/ David M. Schwarz Architects ----·--·-·-·· ----- -----··-·-----5 WD&D Architects/ Hartman-Cox Architects

SELECTION COMMITIEE

By title

Associate Vice Chancellor for Facilities Associate Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs ---------------

Associate Vice Provost and Director for Student Success Associate Dean, Diversity and Inclusion

Assistant Vice Chancellor for University Housing Director, Planning and Design

Senior Campus Planner Campus Planner

Director, Engineering and Construction

H J

Total

5 4 26.5

2.5 1 26

2.5 2 32.5

4 5 34.5

1 3 15.5

0

-----·---------------- -------;-----------------------·-·----

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r-ti UNIVE R SI TY O F

~ARKANSAS Construction Services / selection As ranked by committee

I PROJECT I Student Success Center :[i"NTERVIEW DATE JFeb. 16, 2018

vcc Baldwin & Shell Construction Co.

CDI Contractors

Nabholz Construction Services

Manhattan Construction Co.


EMR

0.85 -·-

0.89

0.66

0.53

0.50

BOND

0.63 ----·

0.50

0.50

0.50 ----

0.667

Construction Managers/General Contractors are ranked from 1 to 5, with 1 being the highest.

FINAL RANKING

Preferred / recommended to Board of Trustees in the order shown

A

2.5

2.5

4.5

4.5

B C D E F

2.5 4 1.5 2.5 1 -·· --········ .. -.

2.5 2 4 2.5 2.5

1.5 1 2.5

4.5 5 5 5 5 ----·· ---4.5 3 3 4 4

=i

G

Total

1 1 2 16.5 ---·---

5 5 5 31

3 3.5 17

4 3.5 4 40.5

2 2 3 30

0

________ i ____ ·--- - -1 vcc 2 CD I Cootrncto ,s

·------------------ ----------·

Eligible/ considered to be qualified, but less suited to the requirements of this job

3 Manhattan Construction Co. - ··-···----+------------------- ---- ------------------ ----------4 Baldwin & Shell Construction Co.

5 Nabholz Construction Services

EMR: Experience Modification Rate (EMR) has strong impact upon a business. It is a number used by insurance companies to gauge both past cost of injuries and future chances of risk. The lower the EMR of your business, the lower your worker compensation insurance premiums will be. An EMR of 1.0 is considered the industry average. EMR numbers are based on a 3-year rolling average.

BOND RATE: We acknowledge bond rates as a measure of company health. Bond rates generally vary with the size of the contract and are expressed to us as dollar per 1000 dollars. Lower bond rates are more favorable.

SELECTION COMMITTEE

By title

Director, Risk & Property Management Director, Planning & Design -----Associate Vice Chancellor for Facilities Construction Coordinator

Associate Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs

Assoc. Vice Provost and Director for Student Success

Assistant Vice Chancellor for University Housing -----

Director, Engineer & Construction

Supervisory Construction Coordinator

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Item 2: Project Approval and Selection of Design Professional and Construction Manager/General Contractor for the Windgate Art & Design District Project, UAF (Action)

PROJECT APPROVAL AND SELECTION OF DESIGN PROFESSIONAL AND CONSTRUCTION

MANAGER/GENERAL CONTRACTOR FOR THE WINDGATE ART & DESIGN DISTRICT PROJECT, UAF

(ACTION)

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U»\ UNIVERSITY OF ARKANSAS SYSTEM


March 19, 2018




Chancellor Joseph E. Steinmetz at the University of Arkansas, Fayetteville, is requesting approval for a capital project and the selection of an architect/engineer and construction manager/general contractor for the Windgate Art and Design District Buildings Project on the Fayetteville campus. The Capital Project Proposal Form and Map are attached for Board consideration. The project costs are estimated at $40 million and will be funded through private gifts.

Authorization was granted to begin the search for an architect/engineer on December 19, 2017. Board of Trustees selection guidelines concerning advertisement, notification, and interviews have been followed in accordance with Board Policy 740.1 .

Nineteen firms responded to the advertisement and five were interviewed. The consensus of the selection committee was that two of the five teams are best suited for this project based on past and current design experience with projects of similar scope and complexity. Therefore, the selection committee and Chancellor Steinmetz would like to suggest the following firms for consideration with the recommended firms listed in order based upon the scoring system shown on the attached worksheet:

1. MAHG Architecture (Fort Smith) with HOA (Minneapolis, MN) 2. Polk Stanley Wilcox (Fayetteville and Little Rock) with LakelFlato (San Antonio, TX)

Authorization was also granted to begin the search for the construction manager/general contractor on December 19, 2017. Board of Trustees selection guidelines concerning advertisement, notification, and interviews have been followed in accordance with Board Policy 730.2.

2404 North University Avenue/ Little Rock, Arkansas 72207-3608 / 501 -686-2505

Unive rsiry of Arkansas, Fayerreville / Universiry of Arkansas at Littl e Rock / Uni vcrsiry of Arkansas at Pinc Bluff Uni ve rsity of Arka nsas fo r Medical Sciences/ Universiry of Arkansas at Monticello/ Division of Agriculture/ Cri mi nal Justice Institute

Arka nsas Archcologica l Survey/ Phill ips Cornmuni ry College of the Universiry of Arkansas/ U niversity of Arkansas Comrnunity Col lege at Hope Un iversiry of Arkansas Cornrnuni ry Coll ege at Batesville / Cossa tor Cornrnunity Coll ege of the U niversiry of Arkansas

Unive rsity of Arkansas Comrnunity College at Morrilton / University of Arkansas at Fort Smith Un iversity of Arkansas - Pulaski Technical College/ Universiry of Arkansas Cornmunity Coll ege at Rich Mountain

Arka nsas School for Marhernatics, Sc iences and the Arts/ Unive rsiry of Arkansas C linton School of Publi c Service/ U niversity of Arkansas Systc rn eVersity

The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity/affirmative action institution.

Buildings and Grounds Committee UAF Windgate Project Page 2 March 19, 2018

Nine firms responded to the advertisement and five were interviewed. The consensus of the selection committee was that all five teams are best suited for this project based on past and current design experience with projects of similar scope and complexity. Therefore, the selection committee and Chancellor Steinmetz would like to suggest the following firms for consideration with the recommended firms listed in order based upon the scoring system shown on the attached worksheet:

1. Clark Contractors (Little Rock, AR and Bentonville, AR) 2. Flintco, LLC (Tulsa, OK and Springdale, AR) 3. CDI Contractors, LLC (Little Rock, AR and Fayetteville, AR) 4. Kinco Constructors (Little Rock, AR and Springdale, AR) 5. Manhattan Construction Co. (Tulsa, Ok and Springdale, AR)

I concur with Dr. Steinmetz'.s recommendation and have attached a resolution for your consideration.

Sincerely,

<;) .. . cDA. Aw~fUlUll"M-Donald R. Bobbitt President Charles E. Scharlau Presidential Leadership Chair

Attachments

RESOLUTION

BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE UNIVERSITY OF ARKANSAS THAT the Windgate Art and Design District Buildings Project at the University of Arkansas, Fayetteville, is hereby approved.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED THAT the University of Arkansas, Fayetteville, is authorized to select as the architect/engineer for the Windgate Art and Design District Buildings Project located on the campus of the University of Arkansas, Fayetteville.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED THAT the University of Arkansas, Fayetteville, is authorized to select as the construction manager/ general contractor for the Windgate Art and Design District Buildings Project.


Campus-FAYETTEVILLE Name of Proposed Facility- WINDGATE ART AND DESIGN DISTRICT BUILDINGS

1. Project Function

The Windgate Art and Design District is a University of Arkansas district situated southeast of the main campus, and will cover a full city block fronting onto Martin Luther King, Jr. Boulevard (the remaining privately-owned parcels are currently in negotiation). The district's purpose is to provide a suitable environment for art and architecture classes where students create artworks, building prototypes, etc. that require large spaces, specialized equipment, generous loading areas, and other attributes that aren't a good fit for the central campus. The School of Art's first building in the district, the Sculpture Studio, was completed in 2016, and includes a variety of studios, a forge, and a wood shop.

This project represents the second phase of construction for the School of Art. The school experienced unprecedented growth over the last several years, and was recently transformed from a department of Fulbright College of Arts and Sciences into the first accredited collegiate school of art in Arkansas. Much of this growth will be accommodated in the district. The project will create studios, classrooms, offices, and support spaces for ceramics, printmaking, drawing, graphic design, photography, foundations, and a student gallery in an area of around 150,000 square feet. The exterior spaces will be an integral part of the program, expanding the usable area for larger-scale art projects, and creating a collaborative landscape for all disciplines within the School of Art.

2. Facility Location & Description

The Windgate Art and Design District is a full city block bounded by Martin Luther King, Jr. Boulevard, Government Avenue, Hill Avenue, and the Tsa La Gi Trail (see attached map).

3. Total Project Cost

The total project cost is currently estimated at $40 million.

4. Parking Plan to Support New or Expanded Facility

Parking for the district was previously built as part of the Sculpture Studio and Library Storage Building projects.

5. Source of Project Funds

The project will be funded through private gifts.

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CAP IT AL PROJECT PROPOSAL FORM Campus- FAYETTEVILLE Name of Proposed Facility-WINDGATE ART AND DESIGN

DISTRICT BUILDINGS

Location Map

18 December 2017 / Page 2 of 2

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/ PROJECT I Windgate Art and Design Distri~t b~-ilctings / INTERVIEW DATE / 6 February 2018

Selection Committee Member A B C D E F G

Miller Boskus Lack / Deborah Berke Partners 3 3.5 3 3 2 4 4 ---···-·-------------------···-----·- ·····-·--·---····-·-··-- - --- ----- -MAHG Architecture / HGA 1 1 1.5 1 1.5 2

WD&D Architects / Allied Works 5 5 5 5 5 5 5

Polk Stanley Wilcox/ Lake I Flato 2 3.5 2 1.5 3 3 1

WER Architects/ KieranTimberlake 4 2 4 4 4 1.5 3


FINAL RANKING

Preferred / recommended to Board of Trustees in the order shown -------

MAHG Architecture / HGA

2 Polk Stanley Wilcox/ Lake I Flato


3 Miller Boskus Lack / Deborah Berke Partners

4 WER Architects/ KieranTimberlake

5 WD&D Architects/ Allied Works

SELECTION COMMITTEE

By title

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H J

Total

3 2 4 31.5 ------- -

4 2 16

4 5 5 49

2 1 1 20

5 3 3 33.5

0

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'4;!d ARKAN SAS Construction Services / selection As ranked by committee


Kinco Constructors ----------------· Flintco, LLC

Clark Contractors

Manhattan Construction Co.

COi Contractors

EMR

0.70

0.41

0.69

0.50

0.66

1·1NTERVIEW DATE

A B

BOND

0.71 2 3.5

0.536 5

0.475 4.5 1

0.667 3 2

0.49 4.5 3.5

Construction Managers/General Contractors are ranked from 1 to 5, with 1 being the highest.

FINAL RANKING


I Feb. 5, 2018

C D E F G H J

Total

4 1.5 3 4 4 4.5 2.5 3.5 32.5 ·-

3 4 4 2 4 2 27

5 3 5 2 1 3 1 1 26.5

5 1.5 3 5 4.5 5 5 35

2 1.5 1.5 5 3 2 2.5 3.5 29

0

----------------------------------------------------- - ----------1. Clark Contractors

2. Flintco, LLC

3. COi Contractors ---- -----------------------4. Kinco Constructors

5. I Manhattan Construction Co.


EMR: Experience Modification Rate (EMR) has strong impact upon a business. It is a number used by insurance companies to gauge both past cost of injuries and future chances of risk. The lower the EMR of your business, the lower your worker compensation insurance premiums will be. An EMR of 1.0 is considered the industry average. EMR numbers are based on a 3-year rolling average.

BOND RATE: We acknowledge bond rates as a measure of company health. Bond rates generally vary with the size of the contract and are expressed to us as dollar per 1000 dollars. Lower bond rates are more favorable.

SELECTION COMMITIEE

By title

Director, Risk & Property Management Supervisory Construction Coordinator --- ------------ ------------- - ----Associate Vice Chancellor for Facilities Director, Planning & Design

Associate Dean, Fulbright College of Arts & Sciences Executive Director Campus Utility Systems

Interim Director, School of Art

Curator of Exhibitions and Director of Fine Art Gallery _,__ ·------------· ... ...

Associate Professor of Art, Graphic Design

Director, Engineering & Construction

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Item 3: Consideration of Request for Selection of Two Firms to Provide On-Call Civil Engineering Services, UAF (Action)

CONSIDERATION OF REQUEST FOR SELECTION OF TWO FIRMS TO PROVIDE ON-CALL CIVIL ENGINEERING SERVICES, UAF (ACTION)

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Off ice of the President

March 19, 2018




Chancellor Joseph E. Steinmetz at the University of Arkansas, Fayetteville, is requesting approval to select qualified civil engineers for professional services contracts ( on call) for campus. Board of Trustees selection guidelines concerning advertisement, notification, and interviews have been followed in accordance with Board Policy 740.2.

Three firms responded to the advertisement and all three were interviewed. The consensus of the committee was that all three firms are suited for this project based on past and current experience with projects of similar scope and complexity. Therefore, the selection committee and Chancellor Steinmetz would like to suggest the following firms for consideration with the recommended firms listed in order based upon the scoring system shown on the attached worksheet. Two firms are needed to provide these services.

1. McGoodwin Williams & Yates (Fayetteville, AR) 2. HF A (Bentonville, AR) 3. Cyntergy (Tulsa, OK)

I concur with Dr. Steinmetz' s recommendation and have attached a resolution for your consideration.

Sincerely,

~w •• OOA. ~ Donald R. Bobbitt President Charles E. Scharlau Presidential Leadership Chair

Attachments


U niversity o f Arkansas, Fayetteville / U niversity of Arkansas at Little Rock / Un iversity o f Arkansas at Pine Bluff U niversity of Arkansas fo r Medical Sciences/ University o f Arkansas at Monticello/ Divisio n of Agri cu lture / C riminal Justice Institute

Arkansas Archeological Survey/ Phill ips Co111 111uni ty College of the University of Arkansas/ Uni versity o f Arkansas Co111111un ity Coll ege at H o pe University of Arkansas Co111 111 uni ty Co llege at Batesville / Cossa tot Comm unity College o f the U nive rsity of Arkansas

Un iversity o f Arkansas Com111unity Co llege at Morrilton / Uni versity of Arkansas at Fort S111ith U nive rsity o f Arkansas - Pulaski Technical Co llege / Universi ty of Arkansas Co111m unity Coll ege at Rich Mountain

Arkansas School for Marhe111 atics, Sciences and the Arts/ University of Arkansas C linto n School o f Public Service / Universi ty of Arkansas Syste111 eVersity

The University of A rkansas is an equal opportunity/affirmatipe action institution.

RESOLUTION

BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE UNIVERSITY OF ARKANSAS THAT the University of Arkansas, Fayetteville, is authorized to select the following two (2) firms:

and to ----------------provide for on-call civil engineering services for the University of Arkansas, Fayetteville.

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Cyntergy

HFA

McGoodwin Williams & Yates

Selection Committee Member A

3

2

B

3

2

C

3

2

------ ·----·-·-·····-····-·- ···-··--··---------·-------.--· -------· ----


FINAL RANKING


D E F

Total

2 3 3 17

3 1.5 2 12.5

1.5 6.5

0 -1----+-----+----+--·---H·--.. -

o 0

{oodwi, W-illi-am_s _&_Y-at_e_s --------· ----------_-_ --------------------·

Eligible / considered to be qualified, but less suited to the requ irements of this job l Cyotecgy -·--~:----------------------------·

SELECTION COMMITIEE

By title

Director, Risk & Property Management -----------Director, Engineering & Construction

Supervisory Construction Coordinator

Director, Planning & Design

Senior Campus Planner ----- -·-·-····----------

----------------

Executive Director, Campus Utilities & Building Climate Services

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Item 4: Consideration of Request for Selection of Two Firms to Provide On-Call Geotechnical Engineering Services, UAF (Action)

CONSIDERATION OF REQUEST FOR SELECTION OF TWO FIRMS TO PROVIDE ON-CALL GEOTECHNICAL

ENGINEERING SERVICES, UAF (ACTION)

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March 19, 2018




Chancellor Joseph E. Steinmetz at the University of Arkansas, Fayetteville, is requesting approval to select qualified geotechnical engineers for professional services contracts ( on call) for campus. Board of Trustees selection guidelines concerning advertisement, notification, and interviews have been followed in accordance with Board Policy 740.2.

Five firms responded to the advertisement and all five were interviewed. The consensus of the committee was that all five firms are suited for this project based on past and current experience with projects of similar scope and complexity. Therefore, the selection committee and Chancellor Steinmetz would like to suggest the following firms for consideration with the recommended firms listed in order based upon the scoring system shown on the attached worksheet. Two firms are needed to provide these services.

1. Grubbs, Hoskyn, Barton & Wyatt, Inc. (Little Rock, AR and Springdale, AR) 2. McClelland Consulting Engineers, Inc. (Little Rock, AR and Fayetteville, AR) 3. Professional Services Industries, Inc. (Intertek) (Oakbrook Terrace, IL and Little Rock) 4. Terracon Consultants, Inc. (Tulsa, OK and Rogers, AR) 5. Geotechnology, Inc. (St. Louis, MO and Jonesboro, AR)

I concur with Dr. Steinmetz's recommendation and have attached a resolution for your consideration.

Sincerely,

~-.rO/{~---

Donald R. Bobbitt President Charles E. Scharlau Presidential Leadership Chair

Attachments 2404 North University Avenue/ Little Rock, Arkansas 72207-3608 / 501 -686-2505

Universiry of Arkansas, Fayetteville / University of Arkansas at Little Rock/ U niversity of Arkansas at Pinc Bluff U niversity of Arkansas for Medical Sciences/ University o f Arkansas at Monticello / Division of Agricultu re / Criminal Justice Institute

Arkansas Archcological Survey/ Phill ips Community College of the University of Arkansas / U niversity o f Arkansas Community Co llege at H ope University of Arkansas Community College at Batesville/ Cossatot Community Co llege of the University of Arkansas

University of Arkansas Community College at Morril ton / U niversity of Arkansas at Fon Smith University of Arkansas - Pulaski Technical College/ University of Arkansas Community College at Rich Mountain

Arkansas School for Mathematics, Sciences and the Ans/ University of Arkansas Clinton School of Public Service / University of Arkansas System eVersiry

The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity/affii-mative action institution.

RESOLUTION

BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE UNIVERSITY OF ARKANSAS THAT the University of Arkansas, Fayetteville, is authorized to select the following two (2) firms:

and to -----------------provide for on-call geotechnical engineers services for the University of Arkansas, Fayetteville.

rt] UNIVERSITY OF


I PROJECT I Professional Services Geo-Technical Engineering

Geotechnology, Inc.

Terracon Consultants, Inc.

Professional Services Industries, Inc. (lntertek)

McClelland Consulting Engineers, Inc. ------Grubbs, Hoskyn, Barton & Wyatt, Inc.



FINAL RANKING


A

3

5

4

2

B

4.5

3

4.5

2

C D E F

5 4 4 4 -·---···-·· ---····--· --·-·--

3 3 5 5

4 5 3 3

2 2 2 1

2

-- ----------------------------------Grubbs, Hoskyn, Barton & Wyatt, Inc.

McClelland Consulting Engineers, Inc.

---+-------- ------------


Professional Services Industries, Inc. (lntertek)

Terracon Consultants, Inc.

Geotechnology, Inc.

SELECTION COMMITIEE

By title

Director, Risk & Property Management ---------------------------------

Associate Vice Chancellor for Facilities

Director, Engineering & Construction

Executive Director, Campus Utilities & Bldg. Climate Services

Director, Planning & Design ----- --------------Construction Coordinator

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Total

24.5

24

23.5

11

7

0

·-

Item 5: Consideration of Request for Selection of Three Firms to Provide On-Call Architectural Services, UAF (Action)

CONSIDERATION OF REQUEST FOR SELECTION OF THREE FIRMS TO PROVIDE ON-CALL

ARCHITECTURAL SERVICES, UAF (ACTION)

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March 19, 2018




Chancellor Joseph E. Steinmetz at the University of Arkansas, Fayetteville, is requesting approval to select qualified architects for professional services contracts ( on call) for campus. Board of Trustees selection guidelines concerning advertisement, notification, and interviews have been followed in accordance with Board Policy 740.2.

Fourteen firms responded to the advertisement and six were interviewed. The consensus of the committee was that six firms are suited for this project based on past and current experience with projects of similar scope and complexity. Therefore, the selection committee and Chancellor Steinmetz would like to suggest the following firms for consideration with the recommended firms listed in order based upon the scoring system shown on the attached worksheet. Three firms are needed to provide these services.

I. Core Architects (Rogers, AR) 2. Hufft Projects (Bentonville, AR and Kansas City, MO) 3. WER Architects (Fayetteville, AR and Little Rock, AR) 4. Miller Boskus Lack (Fayetteville, AR) 5. deMx architecture (Fayetteville, AR) 6. Cromwell (Fayetteville, AR and Little Rock, AR)

I concur with Dr. Steinmetz's recommendation and have attached a resolution for your consideration.

Sincerely,

~., .«D ~ /-3ft1,..-Donald R. Bobbitt President Charles E. Scharlau Presidential Leadership Chair


U niversity of Arkansas, Fayetteville/ University of Arkansas at: Little Rock / U niversity of Arkansas at: Pine Bluff U niversity of Arkansas for Medical Sciences/ University o f Arkansas at Monticello / Division of Agriculture / Criminal Justice Institute

Arkansas Archeological Survey / Phill ips Community College ofrhe University o f Arkansas / University of Arkansas Community College at H ope University of Arkansas Community College at Batesville / Cossa tot Community College of the University of Arkansas

University of Arkansas Community College at Morril ton / U niversity of Arkansas at: Fort: Smith University of Arkansas - Pulaski Technical College/ University of Arkansas Community College ar Rich Mo untain

Arkansas School fr,r Mathematics, Sciences and the Arts / University of Arkansas Clinton School of Public Service / University of Arkansas System eVersity

The UniJJersity of Arkansas is an equal opportunity/affirmative action institution.

RESOLUTION

BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE UNIVERSITY OF ARKANSAS THAT the University of Arkansas, Fayetteville, is authorized to select the following three (3) firms:

and ________________ to provide for on-call architectural services for the University of Arkansas, Fayetteville.

rt-! UNIVERSITY OF

~ARKANSAS Design Services / selection As ra nked by committee

[PRo"J~ Professional Services/ architects I INTERVIEW DATE

Selection Committee Member A B C

WER Architects 5.5 6 5 . ---·-··--------··-·- --- ---

Miller Boskus Lack 5.5 2.5 4

Cromwell 2 4 6

deMx architecture 3 5 3 ------------·-·-·--------------------Hufft Projects 1 2.5 2

Core Architects 4 1 1


FINAL RANKING

Preferred / recommended to Board of Trustees in the order shown ------

Core Architects

2 Hufft Projects

3 WER Architects

Eligible / considered to be qualified, but less suited to the requ irements of th is job

4 Miller Boskus Lack

5 deMx architecture

6 Cromwell

SELECTION COMMITTEE

By title

D

2

5

6

3

4

Director, Planning and Design

E F G H J

Total

4 4 27.5

2.5 6 3 28.5

6 4 6 34

5 5 5 29

1 3 14.5

2.5 2 2 13.5

Associate Vice Chancellor for Facili ties

Senior Campus Planner ---------------·--------!-------------------------

Campus Planner

Director, Engineering and Construction Supervisory Construction Coordinator

Interim Director, School of Art

-----------------·-··------··-····--·--···----------- -----------------·---------------

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Item 6: Consideration of Request for Approval of Easements with Arkansas Farm House Association, Inc. for the "Senior Walk" Project, UAF (Action)

CONSIDERATION OF REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF EASEMENTS WITH ARKANSAS FARM HOUSE

ASSOCIATION, INC. FOR THE "SENIOR WALK" PROJECT, UAF (ACTION)

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March 19, 2018




Chancellor Joseph E. Steinmetz at the University of Arkansas, Fayetteville, requests approval to accept, execute and deliver a Temporary Construction and a Perpetual Sidewalk Easement from the Arkansas Farm House Association, Inc.

The easements are needed for the construction and maintenance of a sidewalk and other landscape improvements along the east side of Arkansas A venue as part of the "Senior Walk" project. In consideration for the easements, the University has agreed to convert four parking spaces in front of the Association from permit parking to open parking.

A resolution is attached for your consideration. I recommend its approval.

Sincerely,

)J. aoA .~4X Donald R. Bobbitt President Charles E. Scharlau Presidential Leadership Chair

Attachment

2404 North University Avenue/ Little Rock, Arkansas 72207-3608 / 501-686-2505

Uni ve rsity of Arkansas, Fayetteville / U niversity of Arkansas at Little Rock/ University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff Unive rsity of Arkansas for Medical Sciences/ University of Arkansas at Monticello/ Division of Agricu lture/ Criminal Justice Institute

Arkansas Archeological Su rvey/ Phi lli ps Communi ty College of the University of Arkansas/ University of Arkansas Community College at H ope U niversity of Arkansas Community College at Batesville/ Cossatot Community College of the University of Arkansas

U ni versity of Arkansas Communi ty Coll ege at Morrilton/ U niversity of Arkansas at Fort Smith Uni versity of Arkansas - Pulaski Technica l College / University of Arkansas Community College at Rich Mountain

Arkansas School for Mathematics, Sciences and the Arts/ University of Arkansas Cli nton School of Publ ic Service/ University of Arkansas System eVersity

The UniPersity of Arkansas is an equal opportunity/afftrmatiPe action institution.

RESOLUTION

BE IT RESOLVED THAT THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE UNIVERSITY OF ARKANSAS, as Grantee, accepts a temporary construction easement and a permanent sidewalk easement from the Arkansas Farm House Association, Inc., the Grantor, for the construction and maintenance of a sidewalk and other landscape improvements on, over, across and through the following described lands situated in Washington County, Arkansas, to-wit:

Property Description A part of Lots 1 and 2 in Block 3 in Gregg's Addition to the City of Fayetteville, Arkansas, as designated upon the recorded plat of said Addition and more particularly described and bounded as follows, to wit: Beginning at the Northwest comer of Said Lot 1, and running thence East 125 feet, thence South 106 feet, more or less to the South line of said Lot 2; thence West 125 feet to the Southwest comer of said Lot 2; thence North 106 feet, more or less to the point of beginning.

Temporary Construction Easement: Part of Lots 1 & 2, Block 3, Gregg's Addition, Fayetteville, Washington County, Arkansas, being more particularly described as follows: Commencing at the northwest comer of the said Lot 1 (said point lies on the University of Arkansas easterly boundary and on the southerly Lafayette Street right of way line);

Thence S 87°13'13"E along the north lot line, a distance of 2.27 feet to the Point of Beginning; Thence continuing S 87° 13' 13 "E along the north lot line, a distance of 17. 7 4 feet; Thence S 02°46'47"W, a distance of 5.00 feet; Thence N 87°13'13"W, a distance of 16.00 feet; Thence S 02°38'52"W, a distance of 42.00 feet; Thence S 87°21 '08"E, a distance of 17.00 feet; Thence S 02°38'52" W, a distance of 15.00 feet; Thence N 87°21 '08"W, a distance of 15.00 feet; Thence S 02°38'52"W, a distance of 43.92 feet to the southerly line of said Lot 2; Thence N 87°13'13"W, a distance of 4.19 feet; Thence N 02°53'4l"E, a distance of 105.91 feet to the Point of Beginning, containing 630 square feet, more or less.

Perpetual Sidewalk Easement Part of Lots 1 & 2, Block 3, Gregg's Addition, Fayetteville, Washington County, Arkansas, being more particularly described as follows: Beginning at the northwest comer of the said Lot 1 (said point lies on the University of Arkansas easterly boundary and on the southerly Lafayette Street right of way line); Thence S 87°13'13"E along the north lot line, a distance of 2.27 feet; Thence S 02°53 '41 "W, a distance of 105.91 feet to the southerly line of said Lot 2; Thence N 87°13' 13"W, a distance of 1.81 feet to the southwest comer of said Lot 2 on the University of Arkansas easterly boundary; Thence N 02°38'52"E, a distance of 105.91 feet to the Point of Beginning, containing 216 square feet, more or less.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED THAT the Board of Trustees agrees, in consideration of the easements, to convert four parking spaces in front of the Association from permit parking to open parking.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED THAT the Chairman and Secretary shall be and hereby are authorized to execute all documents necessary to complete the conveyance, provided the form and content are approved by the General Counsel.

Item 7: Consideration of Request for Approval of Easements with Diane W. Block and Jeffrey F. Block for the "Senior Walk" Project, UAF (Action)

CONSIDERATION OF REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF EASEMENTS WITH DIANE W. BLOCK AND JEFFREY F. BLOCK FOR THE "SENIOR WALK" PROJECT, UAF

(ACTION)

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Uk\ UNIVERSITY OF ARKANSAS SYSTEM


March 19, 2018




Chancellor Joseph E. Steinmetz at the University of Arkansas, Fayetteville, requests approval of a Temporary Construction Easement and a Perpetual Sidewalk Easement from Diane W. Block and Jeffrey F. Block.

The easements, which are being donated, are needed for the construction and maintenance of a sidewalk and other landscape improvements along the east side of Arkansas A venue as part of the "Senior Walk" project.


Sincerely,

)J _.ao A.~~@lo,r;'I)(--


Attachment


University of Arkansas, f aycttcville / U niversity of Arkansas at Little Rock / University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences / University of Arkansas at Monticello / Division of Agriculture / Criminal Justice Institute

Arkansas Archcological Survey/ Phill ips Community College of the University of Arkansas / University of Arkansas Community College at Hope U niversity of Arkansas Community College at Batesville/ Cossatot Community College of the University of Arkansas

University of Arkansas Community College at Morrilton / University of Arkansas at Fort Smith University of Arkansas - Pulaski Technical College / University of Arkansas Community College at Rich Mo untain

Arkansas School fo r Mathematics, Sciences and the Arts/ University of Arkansas Clinton School o f Public Service / University of Arkansas Sysrcm eVersity

The Unillcrsity of A rkansas is an equal opportunity/affin native action institution.

RESOLUTION

BE IT RESOLVED THAT THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE UNIVERSITY OF ARKANSAS, as Grantee, accepts a temporary construction easement as well as a perpetual sidewalk easement, which are being donated by Diane W. Block and Jeffrey F. Block, the Grantors, for the construction and maintenance of a sidewalk and other landscape improvements on, over, across and through the following described lands situated in Washington County, Arkansas, to-wit:

Property Description Lots Two (2), Three (3), Four (4), and Five (5), less and except the South Forty (40) feet of Lots Three (3), Four (4), and Five (5) in Block Two (2) of Gregg Addition to the City of Fayetteville, Arkansas.

Temporary Construction Easement: Part of Lot 5, Block 2, Gregg's Addition, Fayetteville, Washington County, Arkansas, being more particularly described as follows: Commencing at the northwest comer of the said Lot 5 (said point lies on the University of Arkansas easterly boundary and on the southerly Reagan Street right of way line); Thence S 87° 13' 13 "E along the north lot line, a distance of 3. 5 6 feet to the Point of Beginning; Thence continuing S 87° 13' 13 "E along the north lot line, a distance of 18.44 feet; Thence S 02°38'52"W, a distance of 3.00 feet; Thence N 87°13'13"W, a distance of 13.00 feet; Thence S 47°42'49" W, a distance of 5.65 feet; Thence S 02°38'52"W, a distance of 28.00 feet; Thence S 87°21 '08"E, a distance of 22.00 feet; Thence S 02°38'52"W, a distance of 10.00 feet; Thence S 27° 46' 15"W, a distance of 44.75 feet; Thence N 87°13' 13"W, a distance of 4.81 feet; Thence N 02°53'41"E, a distance of 85.51 feet to the Point of Beginning containing 924 square feet, more or less.

Perpetual Sidewalk Easement Part of Lot 5, Block 2, Gregg's Addition, Fayetteville, Washington County, Arkansas being more particularly described as follows: Beginning at the northwest comer of the said Lot 5 (said point lies on the University of Arkansas easterly boundary and on the southerly Reagan Street right of way line); Thence S 87° 13' 13 "E along the north lot line, a distance of 3.56 feet; Thence S 02°53'41 "W, a distance of 85.51 feet; Thence N 87°13'13"W, a distance of 3.19 feet to the west lot line of said Lot 5 on the University of Arkansas easterly boundary; Thence N 02°38'52"E, a distance of 85.51 feet to the Point of Beginning, containing 289 square feet, more or less.


Item 8: Consideration of Request for Approval of Easements with Arkansas Alumni Corp of Sigma Phi Epsilon for the "Senior Walk" Project, UAF (Action)

CONSIDERATION OF REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF EASEMENTS WITH ARKANSAS ALUMNI CORP OF SIGMA PHI EPSILON FOR THE "SENIOR WALK"

PROJECT, UAF (ACTION) 8

UA UNIVERSITY OF ARKANSAS SYSTEM

qffhc o(thc Pr.:sidmt

March 19, 2018




Chancellor Joseph E. Steinmetz at the University of Arkansas, Fayetteville, requests approval of a Temporary Construction Easement and a Perpetual Sidewalk Easement from the Arkansas Alumni Corp of Sigma Phi Epsilon. The easements, which are being donated, are needed for the construction and maintenance of a sidewalk and other landscape improvements along the east side of Arkansas Avenue as part of the "Senior Walk" project.


Sincerely,


Attachment

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r\rk.1m:;\S A1\~h(·ologk;1] Survt.-y / Phillip., Co1111n11ni ty Collcg\'. of dt~ lJnh·cr,.:;it,y of :\rb 11:..,s / l!nivcr~ity nf Ark:111~:.1s Community College ;'\t" H ope Uui,·'t·r~ iry of Ark.~u1:..,s Conu11uni ty Cvll~f.l'.' ,H Jbt~svi.!k / Co:.sJ h.lt. ( \,1nnwn.i1y C<.. 1lkgl.' of tht' Vnl\·1.'.'r~i ty of Ark~Ul');t~

Un ivasir! of Arkan~~,s Commlm.il"~' Colkg<..· :n .~,lorri.lron / Univ,;r~ity of Ark;rn'!'ias <l t Fort Smi th l.lnin:rsity ot'Arkans,l."i - Pulaski 'f(•,:hni\:.il Collt.'lf,C / Unin:r-. ir~' of Arkan!'.:t'- Commu.n it~ College ~tr Rid1 1\:1ount--;1in

Ark.Jn .s;L'i S(hool for ..\fatht·m:1tks ) Sdi:1h.'CS ~m<l tht· Arr.s / Univnsity of Ark~1ns.ts Clinton School of Publi( SL'f\'icc / Unin:rsiry of Ark..uis.1s Sysrcm tVcrsi ry

RESOLUTION

BE IT RESOLVED THAT THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE UNIVERSITY OF ARKANSAS, as Grantee, accepts a temporary construction easement as well as a perpetual sidewalk easement, which are being donated by the Arkansas Alumni Corp of Sigma Phi Epsilon, as Grantor, for the construction and maintenance of a sidewalk and other landscape improvements on, over, across and through the following described lands belonging to the Grantor and situated in Washington County, Arkansas, to-wit:

Property Description Forty (40) feet of equal and uniform width off the South end of Lots 3, 4 and 5. and 20 feet of equal and uniform width off the North end of Lots 6, 7 and 8, all in Block 2 of Gregg's Addition to the City of Fayetteville, Arkansas, as per plat of said addition on file in the Office of the Circuit Clerk and Ex-Officio Recorder of Washington County, Arkansas, and being described as follows: Beginning at a point that is 20.00 feet South of the NW comer of said Lot 6, thence North 60.00 feet; thence East 150.00 feet; thence South 60.00 feet: thence West 150.00 feet to the Point of Beginning, containing 0.21 acres, more or less. Subject to easements and rights-of-way of record.

Temporary Construction Easement: Part of Lots 5 & 6, Block 2, Gregg's Addition, Fayetteville, Washington County, Arkansas, being more particularly described as follows: Commencing at a point that is S 02°38'52"W, a distance of 85.51 feet from the northwest comer of the said Lot 5 (said point lies on the University of Arkansas easterly boundary); Thence S 87°13"13"E, a distance of 3 .19 feet to the Point of Beginning; Thence continuing S 87° 13' 13 "E, a distance of 11.81 feet; Thence S 02°38'52"W, a distance of 14.00 feet; Thence N 87°21 '08"W, a distance of 10.00 feet; Thence S 02°38'52"W, a distance of 16.00 feet; Thence S 87°21 '08"E, a distance of 12.00 feet; Thence S 02°38'52"W, a distance of 10.00 feet; Thence N 87°21 '08"W, a distance of 12.00 feet; Thence S 03°03'00"E, a distance of 20.14 feet; Thence N 87°13'13"W, a distance of 4.07 feet; Thence N 02°53 '41"E, a distance of 60.06 feet to the Point of Beginning, containing 397 square feet, more or less.

Perpetual Sidewalk Easement Part of Lots 5 & 6, Block 2, Gregg's Addition, Fayetteville, Washington County, Arkansas, being more particularly described as follows: Beginning at a point that is S 02°38'52"W, a distance of 85.51 feet from the northwest comer of the said Lot 5 (said point lies on the University of Arkansas easterly boundary); Thence S 87°13' 13"E, a distance of 3.19 feet; Thence S 02°53'41 "W, a distance of 60.06 feet; Thence N 87°13 ' 13"W, a distance of 2.93 feet to the west lot line of said Lot 6 on the University of Arkansas easterly boundary; Thence N 02°38'52"E, a distance of 60.06 feet to the Point of Beginning, containing 184 square feet, more or less.


Item 9: Consideration of Request for Approval of Easements with the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints for the "Senior Walk" Project, UAF (Action)

CONSIDERATION OF REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF EASEMENTS WITH THE CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST OF LATTER-DAY SAINTS FOR THE "SENIOR WALK"

PROJECT, UAF (ACTION)

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Uh\ UNIVERSITY OF ARKANSAS SY5IEM


March 19, 2018




Chancellor Joseph E. Steinmetz at the University of Arkansas, Fayetteville requests approval of a Temporary Construction Easement and Perpetual Sidewalk Easement from the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints.

The easements are needed for the construction and maintenance of a sidewalk and other landscape improvements along the east side of Arkansas A venue as part of the "Senior Walk" project. In consideration of the granting of the Easement, the Church has requested payment for the 514 square feet needed for the project. The campus seeks approval to pay $10,280, calculated at $20 per square foot, which is considered at the low end of fair market value.


Sincerely,

£) .. . ao.,<. ~ Donald R. Bobbitt President Charles E. Scharlau Presidential Leadership Chair

Attachment

2404 North University Avenue / Little Rock, Arkansas 72207-3608 / 501-686-2505

University of Arkansas, Fayetteville/ University o f Arkansas at Little Rock / U niversity o f Arkansas at Pine Bluff University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences/ University of Arkansas at Monticello / Division of Agriculture / Criminal Justice Institute

Arkansas Archcological Survey/ Phillips Community College of the University of Arkansas / U niversity of Arkansas Community College at Hope University of Arkansas Community College at Batesville/ Cossarot Community College of the University of Arkansas

University of Arkansas Community College at Morril ton / University of Arkansas at Fort Smith University o f Arkansas - Pulaski Technical College / University of Arkansas Comm unity College at Rich Mountain

Arkansas School for Mathematics, Sciences and the Arts / University of Arkansas Clinton School of Public Service / University of Arkansas System eVcrsity

The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity/affinnative action institution.

RESOLUTION

BE IT RESOLVED THAT THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE UNIVERSITY OF ARKANSAS, as Grantee, accepts a temporary construction easement as well as a perpetual sidewalk easement from the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, the Grantor, for the construction and maintenance of a sidewalk and other landscape improvements on, over, across and through the following described lands situated in Washington County, Arkansas, to-wit:

Property Description A part of the Northeast Quarter (NEY<!) of the Northwest Quarter (NW'/.i) Of Section Sixteen (16), Township Sixteen (16) North, Range Thirty (30) West, Fayetteville, Washington County, Arkansas, being more particularly described as follows: Beginning at a point 495 feet West and 202 feet South of the Northeast Comer of said 40 Acre Tract; Thence South 130.00 feet; Thence East 125.00 feet; Thence North 130.00 feet; Thence West 125.00 feet to the point of beginning.

Temporary Construction Easement: Part of a tract of land described in W.D. #97-004042 which lies in part the NEl/4 NWl /4 of Section 16, Township 16 North, Range 30 West, Fayetteville, Washington County, Arkansas, being more particularly described as follows: Commencing at the northwest comer of the subject property (W.D. #97-004042) (said point lies on the University of Arkansas easterly boundary); Thence S 87°13'13"E along the north property line of that certain parcel described in W.D. #97-004042, a distance of 4.29 feet to the Point of Beginning; Thence continuing S 87°13' 13"E along the said north property line, a distance of 10.71 feet; Thence S 02°38'52"W, a distance of 124.21 feet; Thence S 87°13' 13"E, a distance of 8.00 feet; Thence S 02°38' 52"W, a distance of 4.00 feet to the south property line of that certain parcel described in W.D. #97-004042 (northerly Reagan Street right of way line); Thence N 87°13' l 3"W along the said Right of Way, a distance of 19.27 feet to a point that is 3.73 feet S 87°13'13"E from the Southwest comer of that certain parcel described in W.D. #97-004042; Thence N 02°53'4l"E, a distance of 128.21 feet to the Point of Beginning, containing 1441 square feet, more or less.

Perpetual Sidewalk Easement Part of a tract of land described in W.D. #97-004042 which lies in part the NEl/4 NWl/4 of Section 16, Township 16 North, Range 30 West, Fayetteville, Washington County, Arkansas, being more particularly described as follows: Beginning at the northwest comer of the subject property (W.D. #97-004042) (said point lies on the University of Arkansas easterly boundary); Thence S 87°13' 13"E along the north property line of that certain parcel described in W.D. #97-004042, a distance of 4.29 feet; Thence S 02°53'4l"W, a distance of 128.21 feet to the south property line of that certain parcel described in W.D. #97-004042 (northerly Reagan Street right of way line); Thence N 87°13'13"W along the said right of way, a distance of 3.73 feet to the southwest comer of subject property, said point being on the southwest comer of the parcel described in the aforementioned W.D. #97-004042, and being on the University of Arkansas easterly boundary; Thence N 02°38'52"E, a distance of 128.21 feet to the Point of Beginning, containing 514 square feet, more or less.

BE IT FURTHER RESOL YEO THAT the Board hereby approves payment for the easements in the amount of $10,280.


Item 10: Consideration of Request for Approval of the Sale of Property, approximately 80 acres known as "Coal Hill" or Hartman Bottoms," Located in Johnson County, Arkansas, AGRI (Action)

CONSIDERATION OF REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF THE SALE OF PROPERTY, APPROXIMATELY 80 ACRES KNOWN AS "COAL HILL" OR HARTMAN BOTTOMS," LOCATED IN JOHNSON COUNTY,

ARKANSAS, AGRI (ACTION)

10


March 19, 2018 Office of the President




Dr. Mark Cochran, Vice President for Agriculture, requests approval to sell a tract of undeveloped property in Johnson County, Arkansas, known as the "Coal Hill" or "Hartman Bottoms" tract.

The property contains 80 acres, more or less, located outside Coal Hill, near Lake Hartman, in Johnson County. This property (along with other property in Johnson and Washington Counties) was conveyed by David Walker to the State of Arkansas, on October 9, 1871, as an inducement to permanently establish and locate the "State Industrial University" in Washington County, Arkansas. The Warranty Deed was recorded in the Washington County Clerk's Office on May 7, 1872. The conveyance was made upon the express condition that the University be permanently located and established in Washington County, but placed no restrictions on the sale of the land, with the deed specifically stating that the lands were being granted, bargained, sold, and given "unto the State of Arkansas for the sale, use, and benefit of said University."

This property has been under the control of the Division of Agriculture for many years and is not serving a productive use for education or research. A 1991 perpetual flowage easement granted to the United States Corps of Engineers related to Lake Hartman and a railroad easement across the property makes approximately 55 acres of the property unusable. Additionally, the property is land-locked, with no public access or deeded easement granting access to the property.

The Division of Agriculture intends to use the proceeds from the sale for agricultural purposes of the University of Arkansas System, including making necessary repairs and improvements to agricultural research facilities and programs. Because the property was deeded to the State of Arkansas for the benefit of the University, if the sale of this property is approved by this Board, the deed will issue from the State of Arkansas and may require the Governor's approval or signature.


Sincerely, ,/f7 ~. ,(0/,.;1~---

Donald R. Bobbitt, President Charles E. Scharlau Presidential Leadership Chair


U niversity of Arkansas, Fayerteville / University of Arkansas at Little Rock / U niversity of Arkansas at Pine Bluff University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences/ U niversity of Arkansas at Monticello / Division of Agriculture / C riminal Justice Institute

Arkansas Archeological Survey/ Phillips Community College of the University of Arkansas / University of Arkansas Community College at Hope University of Arkansas Communi ty College at Batesville / Cossa tot Community College of the University of Arkansas

University of Arkansas Community College at Morrilton / University of Arkansas at Fort Smith University of Arkansas - Pulaski Technical College / University of Arkansas COlllllluniry College at Rich Mountain

Arkansas School for Marhelllatics, Sciences and the Arts / University of Arkansas Clinton School of Public Service / University of Arkansas System eVersity

The University of A rkansas is an equal opportunity/affinnatiJJe action institution.

RESOLUTION

BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE UNIVERSITY OF ARKANSAS THAT the President and Chief Financial Officer, or either of them, shall be, and hereby are, authorized to enter into a contract for the sale, at a price based upon qualified appraisals, of the following described property situated in Johnson County, Arkansas to wit:

The south half (1/2) of the southwest quarter (1/4) of Section twenty-two (22) in Township nine (9) north of Range twenty-five (25) west situate in the County of Johnson and State of Arkansas, subject to recorded easements.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED THAT the President and Chief Financial Officer, or the designee of either of them, are authorized to execute such other documents and instruments as might be necessary to close the transaction and the Chairman and Secretary shall be, and hereby are, authorized to execute and deliver a warranty deed to the purchaser.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED THAT all documents related to the sale of the property shall be in a form and content acceptable to the General Counsel.

Item 11: Consideration of Request for Approval to Demolish Structures on Four Properties, UAFS (Action)

CONSIDERATION OF REQUEST FOR APPROVAL TO DEMOLISH STRUCTURES ON FOUR PROPERTIES,

UAFS (ACTION)

11



March 19, 2018




Chancellor Paul Beran, University of Arkansas at Fort Smith, is requesting authority to demolish and remove structures on the following properties located in Fort Smith, Arkansas:

(a) 5523 Alabama Avenue (b) 406 N. 53rd Street (c) 503 N. 49th Street (d) 5309 Park Avenue

The properties are in areas adjacent to campus, and the structures on these properties are the only ones for which Board authority for demolition and removal has not previously been granted. The properties will be used for future campus development, and the campus has determined that it is no longer practical to bear the expense of maintaining the structures, which are old, unoccupied residential homes.

A resolution is attached for your consideration. I join with Chancellor Beran in recommending its approval.

Sincerely,

~_..(l.J /<. ~ Donald R. Bobbitt President Charles E. Scharlau Presidential Leadership Chair

Attachment


University of Arkansas, Fayetteville/ University of Arkansas at Little Rock / University of Arkansas at Pi ne Bluff Uni versity of Arkansas for Medical Sciences/ University of Arkansas at Monticel lo/ Division of Agriculture/ Criminal Justice Institute

Arka nsas Archeologica l Survey/ Phill ips Communi ty Coll ege of the University of Arkansas/ Unive rsity of Arkansas Community Coll ege at Hope University of Arkansas Community Coll ege at Batesvi lle/ Cossatot Community Coll ege of the University of Arkansas

Unive rsity of Arkansas Comm unity College at Morri lton / University of Arkansas at Fort Smith University of Arkansas - Pulaski Technical College/ University of Arkansas Communi ty Coll ege at Ri ch Mountain

Arkansas School for Mathematics, Sciences and the Arts/ University of Arkansas Clinton School of Public Service/ University of Arkansas System eVcrsity

The UniPersity of Arkansas is an equal opportunity/affirmative action institution.

RESOLUTION

BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE UNIVERSITY OF ARKANSAS THAT the appropriate officials of the University of Arkansas at Fort Smith shall be, and hereby are, authorized to contract for the demolition and removal of structures situated upon the following properties located in Fort Smith, Sebastian County, Arkansas:

(a) 5523 Alabama Avenue (Lot 30, Wenderoth Acres)

(b) 406 N. 53rd Street (Lot 7, Looper Place)

(c) 503 N. 49th Street (Lot 40, Sherwood Forest)

(d) 5309 Park Avenue (Part of the SW/4, NE/4, 75 'xl 70', Section 14, T8N, R32W).

Item 12: Consideration of Request for Approval to Demolish the Technology I Building, UACCM (Action)

CONSIDERATION OF REQUEST FOR APPROVAL TO DEMOLISH THE TECHNOLOGY I BUILDING, UACCM

(ACTION)

12



March 19, 2018




Chancellor Larry Davis, University of Arkansas Community College at Morrilton, has requested approval to demolish the Technology I Building located on the UACCM campus.

With the completion of the new Workforce Training Center this spring, UACCM will move three programs currently housed in the Technology I Building to the new Center. The Technology I Building, built in 1963, consists of 12,480 square feet and has suffered roof damage, infestation and deterioration over the past decade. Considering the condition and age of the structure, Chancellor Davis states that remodeling the building is not economically feasible. Estimated cost of demolition is around $45,000. Photographs of the building are included for your review.

I concur with Dr. Davis's recommendation. A resolution is attached for your consideration.

Sincerely,

\J . &;<./>{ll-vc --Donald R. Bobbitt President Charles E. Scharlau Presidential Leadership Chair

Attachments


Universiry of Arkansas, Fayetteville/ University of Arkansas at Little Rock / U niversity of Arkansas at Pine Bluff University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences/ University of Arkansas at Monticello / Division of Agriculture / Criminal Justice Institute

Arkansas Archeological Survey / Phillips Community College of the University of Arkansas / University of Arkansas Community College at Hope Universiry of Arkansas Community College at Batesville/ Cossatot Community College of the University of Arkansas

Universiry of Arkansas Community College at Morrilton / University of Arkansas at Fort Smith University of Arkansas - Pulaski Technical College/ University of Arkansas Community College ar Rich Mountain

Arbnsc1s School for Marhcmarics, Sciences and the Arts / University of Arkansas Clinton School of Public Service / University of Arkansas Sysrem eVersity

The University of A rkansas is an equal opportunity/affirmative action institution.

RESOLUTION

BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE UNIVERSITY OF ARKANSAS THAT the appropriate officials at the University of Arkansas Community College at Morrilton (UACCM) shall be, and hereby are, authorized to contract for the demolition and removal of property known as the Technology Building I located on the UACCM campus, and to take all other actions reasonably necessary to complete the demolition and removal.

Item 13: Review of the Energy Conservation Report and Act 1494 Compliance, All Campuses (Information)

REVIEW OF THE ENERGY CONSERVATION REPORT AND ACT 1494 COMPLIANCE, ALL CAMPUSES

(INFORMATION)

13

Uu\ UNIVERSin' OF ARKA1\JSAS SYSTEM

March 19, 2018




q ffit:e of' the Prcsirl mt

In 2009, the Arkansas legislature passed Act 1494 which required state agencies and institutions of higher education to adhere to certain facilities design standards in an effort to reduce energy costs for construction of a major facility or major renovation. Specifically, the Act required the following:

"A major facility of a public agency or an institution of higher education shall be designed, constructed, and certified to at least ten percent reduction below the baseline energy consumption determined in accordance with the Performance Rating Method of Appendix G of the American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning Engineers, Standard 90.1-2007, as it existed on January 1, 2009."

As a result of the Act, the Board of Trustees approved Board Policy 750.1, which provides for the following:

Measurements of energy performance based upon metered data for electricity, natural gas, fuel oil, and water shall be performed for the first full year after construction for comparison with targeted energy goals. This report shall be presented to the Board of Trustees for review.

The attached report summarizes the required information for all UA campuses having facilities subject to the Act that have completed at least the first year of operation. At this point, UAF, UALR, UAPB and UA-PTC have projects ready to report. Also, Act 1494 requires that if any facility does not perform as projected, the institution must investigate the cause for the failure to achieve the targeted energy performance and develop a plan to correct the deficiencies.

This is an information item. Campus representatives will be present at the meeting to answer questions about the report.

Sincerely,

Donald R. Bobbitt, President Charles E. Scharlau Presidential Leadership Chair

Attachment 2404 North U11i1'crsity :\venue/ I.ink Ro.:k, Arkansas 72207-3608 / 501 -686-2505

lJni vcr!'>iry nf Ark..1.n!'la,\, F.,yt.'ttcvilk· / Univcrslt~' of Ark;m .... 1~ ar l .ittk: Rock/ Cr1iver~ity of Ark.ms;ts ;n Pinc Bluff UniH·rsit.y of :\rbusa.!> for :Vkdic,tl 5(·i.1tt1(CS / U11ivcrsiry of Arkansas ,H. Momicdlo / Di,"ision of Agrin1ltt1t'l' / Crin1in,1I fllstiCt: Institu te

Ark.rn~~, ... :\r~heolog.k.JI Survt.·y / Phillips Cn1111l HHli t~· Coll~g\'. of th~ Univcrsiry of Arb 11,.; .. 1s / llnivcr~iry o f Ark;u1 ... :1s Community College al' Hope Uuiver:-iry of Ark~lll!-,lS CoBUHllHity ( \ ,lkgl' ,\t .l.t1t1.:.'S\'ilk / Co::.:-;..1 h;1 Cvnum111.iry Colkµ~ of the Un iversity of Arka.ll'><l:-

Un ivasiry of Arkan6;ts Comnrnn.ity Colkgr at ,\-1orri.lton / Univnsiry of Ark,rn ~as at Fort Smith tlniversit~, of Arkans.1s - Pulaski Tl·d rni~::11 College / Unin:n. iry of Arkansas Cmnnrn.nity College ~11- Ri>.:h i\:lount~1in

Ark;ms;ts Sd1ool for ..\.fathem,uics> Scii:111..·cs ~md th1: Art.s / Universi ty of .-\rk1ns.1s Clinton School <>f Public Service / Uni, ·ersi ry of Ark.tns,ts S~1srem rVcn;iry

17Je Un i persi~,· ~(Art.·mu11.r is an i:qunl vppm·tunity/ajli'rm,rtipe ncrion institution.

CAMPUS:

YEAR:

CAMPUS4

LETTER CODE

1iversity of Arkansas Fayetteville

2018

PROJECT NAME Project Start

Date

Hillside Auditorium 1-Mar-10

Jean Tyson Child Development Center 1-0ct-09

Ozark Hall Renovation & Addition 1-Mar-10

Vol Walker Hall Renovation & Addition 1-Sep-10

Fred Smith Football Center 1-Jun-10

Founders Hall 1-0ct-11

Hotz Hall Renovation 1-Feb-11

Fowler Family Baseball and Track Center 1-Nov-12

Pi Kappa Alpha 1-Sep-12

Faulkner Performing Arts Center 1-Dec-12

Champions Hall 1-Feb-13

Jones Student Athlete Success Center 1-Nov-12

Basketball Performance Center 1-Jan-13

Ver4.0

Annual Summary Report - Act 1494

Project Project Type (New Did the Facility

Floor Area Pass the Completion Project Cost($) Construction or

(SF) Requirements of Date Renovation)

Act 1494?

1-Jan-13 36,7SO $ lS,397,263 New Construction PASS

1-Aug-12 23,400 $ 8,424,244 New Construction PASS

1-Jul-13 SS,486 $ 27,942,368 New Construction PASS

1-Aug-13 90,9SS $ 39,010,260 New Construction PASS

1-Jul-13 82,000 $ 42,857,000 New Construction PASS


1-Aug-13 96,377 $ 17,30S,673 Renovation PASS

1-May-14 49,500 $ 9,294,S65 New Construction PASS

1-Jan-15 25,502 $ 7,61S,040 New Construction PASS

1-Jul-15 40,882 $ 22,369,110 Renovation PASS

1-Jun-15 66,SOO $ 27,296,326 New Construction PASS

1-May-15 62,000 $ 22,980,905 New Construction PASS


CAMPUS: University of Arkansas Little Rock Ver4.0

YEAR : 2018 Annual Summary Report - Act 1494

Project Project Type (New Did the Faclllty

CAMPUS4 Project Start Floor Area Pass the PROJECT NAME Completion Project Cost($) Construction or

LETTER CODE Date (SF) Requirements of Date Renovation)

Act 14947

UALR Administration South to Nursing Renovation 18-Sep-09 9-Aug-13 34,089 $ 6,899,457 Renovation PASS

CAMPUS: UA-Pulaski Ver4.0

YEAR: 2018 Annual Summary Report - Act 1494

Project Project Type (New Did the Facility

CAMPUS4 Project Start Floor Area Pass the PROJECT NAME Completion Project Cost ($) Construction or


Act 1494?

UAPT Culinary Arts & Hospitality Management Institute 8-Aug-12 15-Aug-13 56,671 $ 14,763,000 New Construction PASS

UAPT Center For Humanities And Art 1-Mar-14 1-0ct-15 87,724 $ 26,297,532 New Construction PASS

CAMPUS: U of A at Pine Bluff Ver 4.0

YEAR: 2017 Annual Summary Report - Act 1494

Project Project Type (New Did the Facili ty

CAMPUS4 Project Start Floor Area Pass the PROJECT NAME Completion Project Cost ($) Construction or


Act 1494?

UAPB STEM Bu ilding 13-Aug-12 1-Aug-14 29-Ju l-78 $8,582,061.00 New Construction No

CAMPUS:

PROJECT NAME:

Campus Contact:

Architect:

MEP Engineer:

Energy Modelling:

General Contractor:

ACT 1494 BUILDING ENERGY PERFORMANCE REMEDIATION PLAN

University of Arkansas Pine Bluff

STEM Building

Robert Wall email :

Wood Groups Architects, Inc. email:

Pettit & Pettit Consulting Engineers, Inc. email :

Pettit & Pettit Consulting Engineers, Inc. email :

Con-Real, LP. email :

wa ll [email protected]

[email protected]

RS el [email protected]

[email protected]

[email protected]

Report Year:

Commissioning Agent: Bernhard TME email : [email protected]

Floor Area (GSF}: 29,000 Project Type : New Construction

Base line En ergy Cost : N/A Energy Shortfall : #VALUE!

12 Month Energy Cost: N/A

Investigation Findings:

Requires an indiviual electric meter. Currently, the Stem Building is on the Campus Primary Electric Meter.

UAPB did not obtain the Baseline and Energy Modeling Data.

Recommendations for Improvement:

1) We have added both Electric Sub-Meters to Campus buildings served by the Campus primary electric meter.

The meters will be operational in 3/2018. We will be able to track usage of STEM going forward.

2017

Academic & Student Affairs

AGENDA FOR THE ACADEMIC AND STUDENT AFFAIRS COMMITTEE UNIVERSITY OF ARKANSAS BOARD OF TRUSTEES UNIVERSITY OF ARKANSAS AT MONTICELLO GIBSON UNIVERSITY CENTER, GREEN ROOM MONTICELLO, ARKANSAS 4:15 P.M., MARCH 28, 2018


1. Consideration of Request for Approval to Add Four New Programs, UAM (Action) • Certificate of Proficiency, two Technical Certificates and an

Associate of Applied Science in Manufacturing • Certificate of Proficiency in Heavy Equipment Safety and Basic Maintenance • Certificate of Proficiency in Automotive Diagnostics • Certificate of Proficiency in Timber Equipment Safety and Operations

2. Consideration of Request for Approval to Reconfigure the Bachelor of Science in Agriculture to Create an Associate of Science in Agriculture, UAM (Action)

3. Consideration of Request for Approval to Delete the Ceramics Minor in the Bachelor of Arts in Art and to Delete the Minor Requirement for the Bachelor of Science in Biology, UAM (Action)


4. Consideration of Request for Approval of a Proposal to Add a Graduate Certificate in Cybersecurity in the Department of Computer Science and Computer Engineering, UAF (Action)

5. Consideration of Request for Approval of a Proposal to Add a New Administrative Unit Named the Blockchain Center of Excellence Headquartered in the Department of Information Systems, UAF (Action)

6. Consideration of Request for Approval of a Proposal to Add a New Educator Preparation Program of the Bachelor of Arts in Teaching in French Education, German Education, Spanish Education, English Education, and Social Studies Education, UAF (Action)

7. Consideration of Request for Approval of Proposals to Add One New Concentration and Four New Minors, UAF (Action) • Concentration in Aerospace to the Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering • Minor in Event Management and Minor in Hospitality Management in the School of

Human Environmental Sciences • Minor in Global Studies in the Department of International Studies • Minor in Data Analytics in the Department of Industrial Engineering

AGENDA FOR THE MEETING OF THE ACADEMIC AND STUDENT AFFAIRS COMMITTEE MARCH 28, 2018 PAGE2

8. Consideration of Request for Approval to Reconfigure the Bachelor of Science in Human Environmental Sciences in Human Nutrition and Hospitality Innovation with three Concentrations into a Bachelor of Science in Human Environmental Sciences with three Majors, and to Delete the Bachelor of Science in Human Environmental Sciences in Human Nutrition and Hospitality Innovation, UAF (Action)

9. Consideration of Request for Approval to Reconfigure the Bachelor of Arts in Art with Concentrations in Art History and Studio Art into a Bachelor of Arts in Art History and a Bachelor of Arts in Studio Art, and to Delete the Bachelor of Arts in Art, UAF (Action)

10. Consideration of Request for Approval to Reconfigure the Bachelor of Arts in International Studies into a Bachelor of Arts in International and Global Studies with Concentrations in (1) Peace, Security and Human Rights and (2) European and Transatlantic Affairs, UAF (Action)

11. Consideration of Request for Approval of a Proposal to Reconfigure the Master of Science in Counseling by adding Concentrations in Addiction Counseling and Rehabilitation Counseling, including Approval of a Revision of an Existing Education Program within the Concentration of School Counseling to Meet Licensure Requirements, and Approval to Delete the Master of Science in Rehabilitation, UAF (Action)


12. Consideration of Request for Approval of a Proposal to Create a Bachelor of Arts in Dance by Reconfiguring the Existing Bachelor of Fine Arts in Dance, UALR (Action)

13. Consideration of Request for Approval of a Proposal to Delete Twenty-Five (25) Non-Viable Degree Programs, UALR (Action)


14. Consideration of Request for Approval to Add an Associate of Applied Science in Unmanned Aerial Systems, UAFS (Action)

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15. Consideration of Request for Approval of a Proposal to Delete Five Programs, CCCU A (Action) • Associate of Applied Technology: Teaching Degree • Associate of Applied Science in Engineering Technology • Certificate of Proficiency, Technical Certificate and Associate of Applied Science

Degree in Law Enforcement Administration • Certificate of Proficiency, Technical Certificate and Associate of Applied Science

in Crime Scene Investigation • Technical Certificate in Residential Construction Technology

University of Arkansas - Pulaski Technical College

16. Consideration of Request for Approval of a Proposal to Add Three New Programs Transferred From the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, UA-PTC (Action) • Associate of Science: Health Information Technology (HIT) • Surgical Technology: Associate of Science, Technical Certificate and Certificate of

Proficiency • Emergency Medical Science-Paramedic: Associate of Science, Technical

Certificate and Certificate of Proficiency (Technician)


17. Consideration of Request for Approval of a Proposal to Offer a Certificate of Proficiency in Programming/Coding and Mobile Development, PCCUA (Action)


18. Consideration of Request for Approval of a Proposal to Offer a Certificate of Proficiency and a Technical Certificate in Mechatronics, UACCB (Action)

All Campuses

19. Academic Unanimous Consent Agenda (Action)

Item 1: Consideration of Request for Approval to Add Four New Programs, UAM (Action)

CONSIDERATION OF REQUEST FOR APPROVAL TO ADD FOUR NEW PROGRAMS, UAM (ACTION)

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u~ UNIVERSITY OF ARKANSAS SYSTEM


March 19, 2018

TO THE MEMBERS OF THE ACADEMIC AND STUDENT AFFAIRS COMMITTEE

Mr. Cliff Gibson, Chair Dr. Stephen Broughton Mr. Sheffield Nelson Mr. David Pryor Mr. Steve Cox


Chancellor Karla Hughes, University of Arkansas at Monticello, has requested approval to add four new programs:

• Certificate of Proficiency in Manufacturing Principles, Technical Certificates in Industrial Production Technology and Advanced Manufacturing Technology, and an Associate of Applied Science degree in Advanced Manufacturing Technology

• Certificate of Proficiency in Heavy Equipment Safety and Basic Maintenance • Certificate of Proficiency in Automotive Diagnostics • Certificate of Proficiency in Timber Equipment Safety and Operations

Leaders of the UAM College of Technology at Crossett have determined the need for the manufacturing program based on discussion with business and industry leaders, their advisory committee, and faculty in the electromechanical technology certificate programs. The other programs will serve as stop-out points for students who choose to discontinue their education and seek employment.

The proposals have received the necessary campus approvals. If enrollment and budget goals have not been met upon evaluation of the programs after five years, the programs will be discontinued. I concur with this recommendation and have attached a resolution for your consideration.

Sincerely,

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Attachments


University of Arkansas, Fayetteville/ University of Arkansas at Little Rock / University of Arkansas at Pinc Bluff U niversity of Arkansas for Medical Sciences/ University of Arkansas at Monticello / Division of Agricu lt ure / Criminal Justice Institute

Arkansas Archcological Survey/ Phillips Community College of the University of Arkansas/ U niversity of Arkansas Community College at Hope University of Arkansas Community College at Batesville / Cossa tot Community College of the University of Arkansas

University of Arkansas Community College at Morrilton / University of Arkansas at Fort Smith Arkansas School for Mathematics, Sciences and the Arts/ University of Arkansas Clinto n School of Public Service / Universi ty of Arkansas System eVersity

The Unive1-sity of Arkansas is an equal opportunity/affirmative action institution.

RESOLUTION

BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE UNIVERSITY OF ARKANSAS THAT the proposal of the University of Arkansas at Monticello to add the programs set forth below is hereby approved.

• Certificate of Proficiency in Manufacturing Principles, Technical Certificates in Industrial Production Technology and Advanced Manufacturing Technology, and an Associate of Applied Science degree in Advanced Manufacturing Technology

• Certificate of Proficiency in Heavy Equipment Safety and Basic Maintenance • Certificate of Proficiency in Automotive Diagnostics • Certificate of Proficiency in Timber Equipment Safety and Operations

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED THAT if enrollment and budget goals have not been met upon evaluation of the program after five years the program will be discontinued.



Advanced Manufacturing Technology

NEW DEGREE PROGRAM

1. PROPOSED PROGRAM TITLE:

Advanced Manufacturing Technology

2. CIP CODES REQUESTED: 15.0612 Certificate of Proficiency in Manufacturing Principles 15.0699 Technical Certificate in Industrial Production Technology 15 .0613 Technical Certificate in Advanced Manufacturing Technology 15.0613 Associate of Applied Science in Advanced Manufacturing Technology

3. PROPOSED STARTING DATE:

Fall 2018

4. CONTACT PERSON:

Dr. Peggy Doss, Vice Chancellor of Academic Affairs Linda Rushing, Vice Chancellor, UAM College of Technology-Crossett

5. PROGRAM SUMMARY:

The program will consist of four exit points including a Certificate of Proficiency in Manufacturing Principles, a Technical Certificate in Industrial Production Technology, a more advanced technical certificate in Advanced Manufacturing Technology, and an Associate of Applied Science in Advanced Manufacturing Technology degree. All core courses have been created based on the demand of businesses and industries obtained through employers' discussions, advisory member discussions, and faculty in the electromechanical technology certificate programs.

A budget has been established for hiring one full time or two part-time instructors. The instructor(s) must hold the credentials, experience, and expertise in manufacturing and related fields required for the program.

The classrooms, instructor offices, and equipment/supplies have been budgeted using existing funds, donations, projected tuition, and business/industry support. The location of the program will begin in classrooms in the main building and in the McGoogan Building which includes chemistry labs, computer labs, and classrooms. The UA System Board of Trustees has approved an expansion of the Industrial Technology Building to be completed on or about January 2019, at which time the program will be moved to those facilities.

The purpose of the program is to serve students and employers from south Arkansas and beyond. The certificate of proficiency will serve the needs and goals of entry-level workers who will be able to begin manufacturing jobs with a basic foundational knowledge of safety, plant processes, quality management, and advanced industrial mathematics. The first technical certificate, Industrial Production Technology, will provide competencies to

individuals hired in beginning levels of industrial production positions. The second technical certificate will be more advanced and will include all the technical courses required for Advanced Manufacturing Technology. The associate of applied science degree will encompass all the technical courses needed for advanced manufacturing and also include general studies courses required for an associate degree at this university.

In October of 2015, the University of Arkansas at Monticello (UAM) and its Colleges of Technology in Crossett (UAM-CTC) and McGehee (UAM-CTM) received an Arkansas Department of Higher Education (ADHE) Regional Workforce Planning Grant that was established by Act 1131 of 2015 in the amount of $84,810. The planning grant put into place the Workforce Alliance of Southeast Arkansas (WASA), a partnership between UAM, UAM's Colleges of Technology, regional businesses and industries, and public school districts in a seven-county area. After the planning period was successfully executed UAM was eligible to apply for a two-year ADHE Regional Workforce Implementation Grant, and on July 1, 2016, UAM was awarded funding for that grant in the amount of $988,570.

Early in the planning meetings, industry representatives from Georgia-Pacific Pulp and Paper Crossett Operations (G-P), Clearwater Pulp and Paper in Arkansas City, and Potlatch (Lumber) Corporation in Warren all expressed a need for filling the "skills gap" so evident in today's emerging workforce. GP used the tag of "super" [machine] operator as an ultimate goal for their production operation. Through an intern/apprenticeship type of program that mirrors programs successful in other states, the G-P Human Resources/Training Department requested a partnership with the UAM College of Technology-Crossett campus to develop and implement a pilot program that would train completers as multi-skilled craftsmen with mechanical and electrical skills that enable them to set, tend, operate, and efficiently maintain their own machines. The proposed curriculum will encompass a two to two and one-half year period of time wherein the " interns" would work for pay, attend college, and exit the program with an associate of applied science degree.

In the spring of 2016, Senior HR Manager Clark obtained corporate approval for the GeorgiaPacific Crossett Paper Operations mill to invest $150,000 for the next two years in the new manufacturing "learn and earn" program. Since the initial six students started the program in Fall 2016 with Georgia-Pacific, another company, Canfor Southern Pine, LLC, a Canadian owned sawmill and wood products company, has joined the "Federation." In Fall 2017, GP began sponsoring seven new individuals and Canfor began sponsoring three individuals. To date, other companies who have shown an interest in the Advanced Manufacturing Program are the following:

• Potlatch Corporation • Clearwater Pulp and Paper • Georgia-Pacific Plywood Operation (in Fordyce, western Arkansas, and

eastern Texas)

6. IDENTIFY COURSES CURRENTLY OFFERED BY DISTANCE TECHNOLOGY (WITH AN ASTERISK*) AND ENDNOTE AT THE END OF THE DOCUMENT.

No courses will be offered by distance technology at this time.

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7. INCLUDE INFORMATION RECEIVED FROM POTENTIAL EMPLOYERS ABOUT COURSE CONTENT.

Potential employers expressed the need for strong academic skills in order to successfully complete the complex requirements of the Advanced Manufacturing Technology program. In order to insure strong mathematics skills, students will be required to successfully complete Advanced Industrial Mathematics. Employers expressed that technological skills are critical in this field, therefore a fundamental computer course is required to make certain that students have adequate computer skills. Of greatest importance are the actual technical skills required in the manufacturing industry, but also critical employability skills are vital. Students must complete an employability skills and ethics course to prepare them for the expectations of employers. Guest speakers will be used to give students awareness of the reality of the work upon which they will embark.

8. DESCRIPTION OF RESOURCES:

Georgia-Pacific Paper Operations Crossett has made an initial investment of $150,000 to initiate the Advanced Manufacturing Technology program through the FAME project. To date they have paid all tuition, supplies, and books for a total of 13 students. In addition to college expenses, students work 24 hours per week and are compensated between $12 and $14.50, depending on their cohort. Academic tutors are also being provided at no cost to the student or the college, and two adjunct instructors have been hired from the GP workforce to teach manufacturing classes.

Canfor Southern Pine (the Canadian owned wood products manufacturer) has joined the effort just this fall and is sponsoring three FAME students by providing all educational expenses as well as 24 hours per week at a beginning salary of $12.

The classrooms, instructor offices, equipment, and supplies have been budgeted using reallocated funds, donations, and projected tuition. The temporary location of the program will be in the main building. The UA System Board of Trustees has approved an expansion of the Industrial Technology Building to be completed on or about January 2019, at which time the program will be moved to those facilities.

Instructional resources to include instructor texts for the Advanced Manufacturing program course materials have already been purchased with ADHE Workforce Regional Implementation Grant funds during the development of the proposal for the launch of this program. Materials for the new instructor as well as tools and equipment will be purchased and/or reallocated to include both commercial and student-built trainers. Equipment and tools will be solicited from partnering companies, and items on-hand with other programs will be redistributed for communal use. Costs for startup the first year are estimated to be $8,000 for supplies and $40,000 for equipment and tools. Items of equipment will include the following:

Phase I- Components for a Hands-On-Trainer (HOT Skid) that replicates the mechanical functions of fluid control, electrical operations, programmable logic controls, and industrial automation/robotics within an advanced manufacturing environment. Estimated cost of college contribution to be supplemented by employer partners: $40,000

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9. NEW PROGRAM COSTS - Expenditures for the first 3 years:

New/renovated facilities and costs Some classrooms and lab facilities are already available and the new expansion will not require additional funds specifically for the Advanced Manufacturing Technology program. There will be no new administrative or support costs for the new program. If the new instructor needs additional training in the programming and use of industrial automation, training in the amount of approximately $5,000 will be necessary and can be paid from projected workplace grant funds.

Resource Requirements l" Year (in dollars)

Staffing (Number) One Full-time Faculty (includes Fringe) $52,800 $53,850

2"d Year (in dollars)

$54,978

Equipment & Instructional Materials $48,000 $18,500 $13,500

3rd Year (in dollars)

Includes Supplies, Equipment, & Tools (Equipment for some courses is common to existing Electromechanical program) Mechanical and electrical trainers exist from current electromechanical programs No cost for facilities and utilities

TOTAL

Planned Funding Sources

New Student Tuition and Fees

Reallocated Existing Funds

Other Funding Sources (Donations)

TOTAL

$71,822

$18,978

$10,000

$100,800 $72,350

l'' Year (in dollars)

$86,186

$100,800 $72,350

$68,478

2•d Year (in dollars)

$95,762

$68,478

3rd Year (in dollars)

** At present the combined total for employers' commitments for educational sponsorship and internship-type employment is approximately: $210,000

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Certificate of Proficiency in Heavy Equipment Safety and Basic Maintenance

Addition of a Certificate of Proficiency

1. INSTITUTION SUBMITTING REQUEST:


2. CONTACT PERSON/fITLE:

Mr. Bob Ware, Vice Chancellor for the College of Technology - McGehee

3. EFFECTIVEDATE:

Fall 2018

4. TITLE OF PROPOSED PROGRAM:

Certificate of Proficiency in Heavy Equipment Safety and Basic Maintenance

5. JUSTIFICATION FOR ADDITION:

This certificate offers a stop-out point for students who choose to discontinue their education and seek employment.

6. PROPOSED CURRICULUM OUTLINE:

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7. PROPOSED METHOD OF DELIVERY:

On-campus; face-to-face


Certificate of Proficiency in Automotive Diagnostics




2. CONTACT PERSON/fITLE:

Mr. Bob Ware, Vice Chancellor for the College of Technology- McGehee

3. EFFECTIVE DATE:

Fall 2018


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Certificate of Proficiency in Timber Equipment Safety and Operation




2. CONTACT PERSONffITLE:

Mr. Bob Ware, Vice Chancellor for the College of Technology - McGehee

3. EFFECTIVE DATE:

Fall 2018


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Item 2: Consideration of Request for Approval to Reconfigure the Bachelor of Science in Agriculture to Create an Associate of Science in Agriculture, UAM (Action)

CONSIDERATION OF REQUEST FOR APPROVAL TO RECONFIGURE THE BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN AGRICULTURE TO CREATE AN ASSOCIATE OF

SCIENCE IN AGRICULTURE, UAM (ACTION)

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March 19, 2018




Chancellor Karla Hughes, University of Arkansas at Monticello, has requested approval of a proposal to reconfigure the Bachelor of Science in Agriculture, modifying to create a new degree, the Associate of Science in Agriculture. No new courses are requested.

The proposal has received the necessary campus approvals. I concur with this recommendation and have attached a resolution for your consideration.

Sincerely,


Attachments


U niversity of Arkansas, Favettcvillc / Univcrsirv of Arkansas at Little Rock / University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff U niversitv of Arkansas for Medical Sciences/ U niversity of Arkansas at Monticello / Divisio n of Agriculture / C ri111inal Justice Institute

Arkansas Archcological Survey / Phillips Co111111unity College of the University of Arkansas / U niversity of Arkansas Co111munitv College at Hupe U ni versity of Arkansas Co111111unitv College at Batesvi lle / Cossatot Co111111u nity College o f the University of Arkansas

University of Arkansas Community College at Mo rrilton / University of Arkansas at Fort Smith Arkansas School fo r Mathc111atics, Sciences and the Arrs / U niversity of Arkansas C linto n School of Public Service / U niwrsitv of Arkansas System eVersity

771c UniJJci0sity of Arlmnsas is an equal opportunity/ajji1'mati11e action institution.

RESOLUTION

BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE UNIVERSITY OF ARKANSAS THAT the proposal of the University of Arkansas at Monticello to modify the curriculum for the Bachelor of Science in Agriculture to create an Associate of Science in Agriculture is hereby approved.




Associate of Science in Agriculture

RECONFIGURATION OF EXISTING DEGREE PROGRAMS Modification to Create New Degree (75% of coursework from existing degree)



2. CONT ACT PERSON/TITLE:

Kelly Bryant, Dean

3. TITLE(S) OF DEGREE PROGRAMS TO BE MODIFIED:

Bachelor of Science in Agriculture

4. PROPOSED TITLE OF MODIFIED PROGRAM:

Associate of Science in Agriculture

5. PROPOSED EFFECTIVE DATE(TERM/YEAR):

Fall2018

6. REASON FOR PROPOSED CONSOLIDATION/RECONFIGURATION:

This degree offers an exit point or a measure of progress toward a four-year degree.

7. PROVIDE CURRENT AND PROPOSED CURRICULUM OUTLINE BY SEMESTER.

No new courses are required.

8. WILL THE PROPOSED DEGREE BE OFFERED ON-CAMPUS, OFF-CAMPUS, OR VIA DISTANCE DELIVERY? IF YES, IDENTIFY THE MODE OF DISTANCE DELIVERY.

On-campus

9. LIST INSTITUTIONS OFFERING SIMILAR PROGRAM AND IDENTIFY THE INSTITUTION(S) USED AS A MODEL TO DEVELOP THE PROPOSED PROGRAM.

Southern Arkansas University in Magnolia, AR

Item 3: Consideration of Request for Approval to Delete the Ceramics Minor in the Bachelor of Arts in Art and to Delete the Minor Requirement for the Bachelor of Science in Biology, UAM (Action)

CONSIDERATION OF REQUEST FOR APPROVAL TO DELETE THE CERAMICS MINOR IN THE BACHELOR

OF ARTS IN ART AND TO DELETE THE MINOR REQUIREMENT FOR THE BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN

BIOLOGY, UAM (ACTION)

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March 19, 2018




Chancellor Karla Hughes, University of Arkansas at Monticello, has requested approval to delete the ceramics minor and revise the program for the Bachelor of Arts in Art degree. She is also requesting to modify the curriculum for the Bachelor of Science in Biology by removing the minor requirement. Summaries of these proposals are attached.

The ceramics courses are experiencing a decline in enrollment. Deleting this minor and revising the program will make the Art degree more relevant and attractive to current students.

Removing the minor requirement from the Biology Major will provide students with more options to help them tailor the degree toward their career goals and reach the 120-hour minimum in an efficient manner. This will be especially helpful to students applying to professional programs at multiple schools because each school's admission requirements differ slightly. It will also allow students to take coursework in the major beyond the required courses and still finish at or near 120 hours.

Deleting these minors will have no impact on faculty or staff. The proposals have received the necessary campus approvals. I concur with these recommendations and have attached a resolution for your consideration.

Sincerely,


Attachments

2404 North University Avrnue / Little Rock, Arkansas 72207-3608 / 501 -686-2505

Uni versity of Arkansas, Fayetteville / University of Arkansas at Little Rock / University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff Universitv of Arkansas for Medical Scicnces / University of Arkansas at Monticello / Division ofAgrieu lture / Crimi nal Justice Institute

Arkansas Archcological Survey / Phillips Community College of the University of Arkansas / Universi ty of Arkansas Community College at Hope University of Arkansas Community College at Batesvi lle/ Cossatot Community College of the University of Arkansas

U niversity of Arkansas Community College at Morrilton / University of Arkansas at Fort Smith Arkansas School fo r Mathematics, Sciences and the Arts / University of Arkansas Clinton School of Public Service / University of Arkansas Svstem cVcrsity

The Uni,,crsity of Arkansas is an equal opportunity/ajjirmatiJJe action institution.

RESOLUTION

BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE UNIVERSITY OF ARKANSAS THAT the proposal of the University of Arkansas at Monticello to delete the Ceramics Minor and revise the program for the Bachelor of Arts in Art degree and to modify the curriculum for the Bachelor of Science in Biology by deleting the minor requirement.is hereby approved.


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Bachelor of Arts in Art

MODIFICATION Deletion of Minor and Program Revision

INSTITUTION SUBMITTING REQUEST:


CONT ACT PERSONffITLE:

Mark Spencer, Dean, School of Arts and Humanities

EFFECTIVE DATE:

Fall 2018

TITLE OF EXISTING DEGREE PROGRAM:


MINOR DELETED:

Ceramics Minor

REASON FOR MODIFICATION/DELETION:

The ceramics courses are experiencing a decline in enrollment. Deleting this minor will make the Art degree more relevant and attractive to current students.

7. NAME OF COURSES THAT WILL BE DELETED AS A RESULT OF THIS ACTION:

ART 2223 Ceramics I ART 2263 Ceramics II ART 3 713 Ceramics III ART 4723 Ceramics IV

8. NUMBER OF STUDENTS STILL ENROLLED IN PROGRAM:

Zero


Bachelor of Science in Biology- Delete Minor Requirement

REVISION OF EXISTING EDUCATION PROGRAMS

1. INSTITUTION SUBMITTING REQUEST


2. CONTACT PERSON/fITLE

Dr. J. Morris Bramlett, Dean, School of Mathematical and Natural Sciences

3. EFFECTIVE DATE

July 1, 2018

4. TITLE OF CERTIFICATE/DEGREE PROGRAM

Bachelor of Science in Biology

5. REASON FOR PROPOSED CHANGE

Removing the minor requirement from the Biology Major will provide students with more options to help them tailor the degree toward their career goals and reach the 120-hour minimum in an efficient manner. This will be especially helpful to students applying to professional programs at multiple schools because each school's admission requirements differ slightly. It will also allow students to take coursework in their major beyond the required courses and still finish at or near 120 hours.

Item 4: Consideration of Request for Approval of a Proposal to Add a Graduate Certificate in Cybersecurity in the Department of Computer Science and Computer Engineering, UAF (Action)

CONSIDERATION OF REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF A PROPOSAL TO ADD A GRADUATE CERTIFICATE IN

CYBERSECURITY IN THE DEPARTMENT OF COMPUTER SCIENCE AND COMPUTER

ENGINEERING, UAF (ACTION)

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March 19, 2018

TO MEMBERS OF THE ACADEMIC AND STUDENT AFFAIRS COMMITTEE:



Chancellor Joseph E. Steinmetz, University of Arkansas, Fayetteville, has requested approval to add a Graduate Certificate in Cybersecurity in the Department of Computer Science and Computer Engineering within the College of Engineering, effective fall 2018.

The security challenges facing the United States are increasing and evolving in complexity. A connected world means that cybersecurity reaches almost every industry. Therefore, industries that drive our economy leave the nation vulnerable to new threats. A large challenge faced by organizations is that cyber influences are prevalent and daunting due to the numerous motives for bad actors to profit/gain from the information gathered. Unfortunately, these new challenges are met with an increasingly insufficient security workforce. The new Cybersecurity Graduate Certificate responds to the need for the future security workforce.

The proposal has received the necessary campus approvals. If enrollment and budget goals have not been met upon evaluation of the program after five years, the program will be discontinued. I concur with this recommendation and have attached a resolution for your consideration.

Sincerely,

£) &. ,(12 ~ . ~ Donald R. Bobbitt President Charles E. Scharlau Presidential Leadership Chair

Attachments


U niversity of Arkansas, Fayetteville/ U niversity of Arkansas at Little Rock / University of Arkansas at Pinc Bluff University of Arkansas for Med ical Sciences/ University of Arkansas at Monticello / D i,·ision of Agricultu re / Criminal Justice Institute

Arkansas Archeological Survey / Phillips Com111 unity College of the University of Arkansas/ University of Arkansas Co111 111unitv College at Hope University of Arkansas Community College at Batesville / Cossa tot Community College of the University of Arkansas

University of Arkans,ls Community College at Morrilton / University of Arkansas at Fort Smith Arkansas School for Mathematics, Sciences and the Arts / U niversity of Arkansas Clinton School of Public Service / Univcrsirv o f Arkansas Svstc111 cVcrsity

The Uni11crsity of Arkansas is an equal opportunity/affirinative action institution.

RESOLUTION

BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE UNIVERSITY OF ARKANSAS THAT the proposal of the University of Arkansas, Fayetteville, to add a Graduate Certificate in Cybersecurity in the Department of Computer Science and Computer Engineering within the College of Engineering, effective fall 2018, is hereby approved.



UNIVERSITY OF ARKANSAS, FAYETTEVILLE

Cybersecurity Graduate Certificate

GRADUATE CERTIFICATE PROGRAM (12-18 SEMESTER CREDIT HOURS)




Dr. Terry Martin, Vice Provost for Academic Affairs

3. PROPOSED EFFECTIVE DATE:

Fall 2018

4. NAME OF PROPOSED GRADUATE CERTIFICATE PROGRAM (PROGRAM MUST CONSIST OF 12-18 SEMESTER CREDIT HOURS FROM EXISTING GRADUATE COURSES):

Cybersecurity Graduate Certificate

5. REASON FOR PROPOSED PROGRAM IMPLEMENTATION:

The security challenges facing the United States are increasing and evolving in complexity. A connected world means that cybersecurity reaches almost every industry. Therefore, industries that drive our economy leave the nation vulnerable to new threats. Four out of ten companies that were the victims of cyber attacks said that losses were substantial with one third of the companies reporting a loss of revenue of 20% or more (Cisco, 2017). Data breaches in which medical and/or financial records are potentially put at risk had a total average cost of $3.62 million in a recent survey of over 400 companies (Ponemon Institute, 2017). Amongst the largest of the challenges faced by organizations is that cyber influences are prevalent and daunting due to the numerous motives for bad actors to profit/gain from the information gathered. Unfortunately, these new challenges are met with an increasingly insufficient security workforce. In traditional cybersecurity alone, 209,000 jobs went unfilled in the US (Intel, 2016) and 1 million jobs went unfilled worldwide (Cisco, 2015). As recently as August 2016, a survey showed that only 23% of existing professionals believe that existing security education programs are effective in preparing future security workers (EAB, 2016). The new Cybersecurity Graduate Certificate responds to the need for the future security workforce.

6. PROVIDE THE FOLLOWING: a. Curriculum outline - List of courses in new program - Underline required courses

CSCE 5323 Computer Security CSCE 5433 Advanced Cryptography CSCE 5833 Computer Architecture Security CSCE 5333 Computer Forensics

CSCE 5663 Database Security CSCE 5653 Network Security CSCE 5763 Privacy Enhancing Technologies CSCE 5623 Secure Digital System Design CSCE 5753 Wireless System Security

b. Total semester credit hours required (Program range: 12-18 graduate semester credit hours) A total of 12 hours would be required for the certificate.

c. New courses and course descriptions These courses have already been taught as special topics courses and now are in the process of becoming permanent courses.

d. Documentation that program meets employer needs In addition to the justification discussed in Section 7, a recent proposal by the Arkansas Security Research and Education Institute (ASCENT) for government cybersecurity scholarships included nine letters from federal and state agencies interested in recruiting cybersecurity professionals (see Appendix A). If this proposal is funded, it will increase the demand for the courses and the certificate by providing 6-8 two-year cybersecurity scholarships each year over a five-year period. Another proposal by ASCENT for data-driven security solutions in retail, food, and transportation had ten letters of support from commercial industries interested in cybersecurity technologies and student recruitment (see Appendix B). These government and industrial employers have strong interests in cybersecurity find it difficult to find qualified cybersecurity employees.

e. Student demand (projected enrollment) for program The Department of Computer Science and Computer Engineering (CSCE) will be offering all of these courses. CSCE faculty are core members of the Center for Information Security and Reliability (CISR) and the Arkansas Security Research and Education Institute (ASCENT). The objective of the University of Arkansas' Center for Information Security and Reliability (CISR) is to promote education and research in the field of computer security and information assurance. Primarily owing to the effort of CISR, the University of Arkansas was recognized as a Center for Academic Excellence in Information Assurance Research (CAE-R) in 2012 and then again in 2014 by the National Security Agency and Department of Homeland Security. Established in October 2015, ASCENT (http://ascent.uark.edu) focuses on conducting practical and transformative research on security for real-world problems in industry, and strengthening security education at the University of Arkansas to train the next-generation security workforce. Both CISR and ASCENT demonstrate the strong support for cybersecurity in the CSCE department and help drive the demand for cybersecurity courses. Since 2012, the department has been offering 3-5 security-related courses each calendar year for graduate students with a total annual average of 42 students enrolled in these courses. We believe that a graduate enrollment of 10-15 students ( 42 students annually divided by 4 classes) in the program is a conservative projection with the actual numbers likely to be substantially higher.

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f Name of institutions offering similar programs and the institutions used as a model to develop the proposed program Several institutions offering similar graduate-level cybersecurity certificates were reviewed by using the directory at the cyberdegrees.org website (Cyber Degrees, 2017). The search was focused on graduate-level cybersecurity programs with similar course offerings as being offered by the CSCE department. Many of the CSCE courses are research-centric and advanced since they are offered at the graduate level. Representative graduate certificate programs that consist of 9-15 credit hours with similar courses were used as a model to develop the certificate and are listed below.

• Kennesaw State University, Information Security and Assurance Certificate, 12 credit hours

• Sacramento State, Certificate in Information Assurance and Security, graduate level, 9 credit hours

• University of Maryland, Cybersecurity Graduate Certificate in Engineering, graduate level, 12 credit hours

In addition to certificate programs, several cybersecurity M.S. programs were reviewed to develop program goals and objectives and expected student learning outcomes. For example, the University of Tulsa has a Cyber Security M.S. program with both thesis and non-thesis options and published program objectives that were used as a guide for the program objectives.

Note that there is a Technical Certificate in Information Assurance offered by the University of Arkansas at Little Rock (UALR). However, this program is the same as the minor in Information Assurance and consists of 21 hours of undergraduate coursework. Therefore, the UALR program can be classified as more of an undergraduate certificate instead of a graduate certificate that is being proposed in this document.

7. WILL THIS PROGRAM BE OFFERED ON-CAMPUS, OFF-CAMPUS OR VIA DISTANCE DELIVERY? INDICATE MODE OF DISTANCE DELIVERY.

On-campus

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Item 5: Approval to Add a New Administrative Unit Named the Blockchain Center of Excellence Headquartered in the Dept of Information Systems, UAF (Action)

APPROVAL TO ADD A NEW ADMINISTRATIVE UNIT NAMED THE BLOCKCHAIN CENTER OF

EXCELLENCE HEADQUARTERED IN THE DEPT OF INFORMATION SYSTEMS, UAF (ACTION)

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March 19, 2018




Chancellor Joseph E. Steinmetz, University of Arkansas, Fayetteville, has requested approval to add a new administrative unit named the Blockchain Center of Excellence which will be headquartered in the Department of Information Systems within the Sam M. Walton College of Business, effective fall 2018.

Blockchain technology offers a secure, verifiable way to maintain an encrypted accounting ledger of business transactions across multinational borders. This could significantly affect the way that 'business does business,' accounts for business transactions, and tracks products in multinational supply chains. Other promising applications of blockchain and cognitive analytics include Financial Services, Inter-/Intra-bank Fund Transfers, Insurance and Healthcare. The vision of the center is to become a premier academic leader in the advocation and education on blockchain.


Sincerely,


Attachments


Universitv of Arkansas, Favettevil le / University of Arkansas at Little Rock / University of Arkansas at Pinc Bluff Uni\'ersity of Arkansas for. Medical Sciences/ University of Arkansas at Mo nticello / Division of Agriculture / Criminal Justice Institute

Arkansas Archeological Survey / Phillips Community College of the U ni versity of Arkansas/ University of Arkansas Community College at Hope University of Arkansas Co111111unitv College at Batesvi lle / Cossa tot Comm unity College of the University of Arkansas

University of Arkansas Community College at Mo rrilton / University o f Arkansas at Fort Smith Arkansas School for Mathematics, Sciences and the Arts / University of Arkansas Clinton School of Public Service / University of Arkansas System cVcrsity

The UniJJcrsity of Arkansas is an equal opportunity/affirmative action institution.

RESOLUTION

BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE UNIVERSITY OF ARKANSAS THAT the proposal of the University of Arkansas, Fayetteville, to add a new administrative unit named the Blockchain Center of Excellence to be headquartered in the Department of Information Systems within the Sam M. Walton College of Business, effective fall 2018, is hereby approved.



Blockchain Center of Excellence1 (BCoE)

PROPOSAL

1. NAME OF THE COLLEGE, SCHOOL, DEPARTMENT, OR UNIT IN WHICH THE CENTER WILL BE HOUSED.

Enterprise Systems; Information Systems Department Sam M. Walton College of Business

2. NAME AND TITLE OF THE PERSON(S) PROPOSING CREATION OF THE CENTER.

Paul Cronan, Professor and M. D. Matthews Endowed Chair in Information Systems Rajiv Sabherwal, Professor and Department Chair, Edwin & Karlee Bradberry Chair in Information Systems Dean Matt Waller, Dean and Sam M. Walton Leadership Chair, Sam M. Walton College of Business

3. THE CENTER TYPE (RESEARCH, SERVICE, OR INSTRUCTIONAL) THAT IS REQUESTED.

The focus of the Center will be research, instructional, and service. Specific project aims and activities include -

Conduct basic, collaborative, industry-university research in blockchain ( e.g. proof of concepts, use cases, projects), Develop and establish research partnerships and alliances with companies and other universities, Promote and enable knowledge dissemination by developing course modules, examples, case studies, problem sets, and solutions that could be used in existing classes and shared, Support industry adoption and value identification via our research efforts.

4. THE UNIQUE VALUE OF THE PROGRAM TO THE UNIVERSITY, AND THE DISTINCTION TO ANY SIMILAR PROGRAMS IN ARKANSAS.

Vision: To become a premier academic leader in the advocation and education on blockchain

Mission: Develop and establish research partnerships, alliances, and standards

1Information within the document includes thoughts and summaries taken from a preliminary meeting of potential Blockchain Center Advisory Board Members.

Conduct collaborative industry-university research ( e.g. proof of concepts, use cases, projects) Promote and enable knowledge dissemination Accelerate industry adoption and value identification

The unique value of the Center is its Vision and Mission; no other units have this focus. Blockchain2 technology offers a secure, verifiable way to maintain an encrypted accounting ledger of business transactions across multinational borders. This could significantly affect the way that ' business does business,' accounts for business transactions, and tracks products in multinational supply chains. Other promising applications of blockchain and cognitive analytics include Financial Services, Inter-/Intra-bank Fund Transfers, Insurance, and Healthcare. The development of shareable blockchains, such as Hyperledger, will provide added enhancement and support for Sam M. Walton College of Business world-class projects and centers such as the McMillan Innovation Studio, Brewer Family Entrepreneurship Hub, The Sustainability Consortium, the Center for Retailing Excellence, and the J B Hunt Innovation Center of Excellence. It offers an opportunity to provide educational materials ( course modules, examples, exercises, case studies, problem sets, etc.) as well as significant primary research for practitioners and academics. As a leader in these technologies, the intent is to also share these materials with other universities. This would be similar to how Walton Enterprise Systems has been sharing materials with universities world-wide. Resultant white papers, including fundamental research findings, and published articles will be shared with the industry partners and the academic community via conferences and publications.

5. INFORMATION ON THE DIRECTOR POSITION AND THE ORGANIZATIONAL STRUCTURE.

Dr. Paul Cronan, Co-Director and Professor, Information Systems, Sam M. Walton College of Business Rajiv Sabherwal, Professor and Department Chair, Edwin & Karlee Bradbe1ry Chair in Information Systems

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The Blockchain Center of Excellence is designed to be inclusive in terms of involvement by faculty across the Information Systems Department, Sam M. Walton College of Business, as well as the university. Faculty (as well as faculty external to UA) who have interest in blockchain research and coursework development will be included. Requests for research are anticipated to be varied and require knowledge and skills from various disciplines. At a minimum, the center will include faculty and students associated with the Information Systems and Supply Chain Departments in the Sam M. Walton College of Business.

7. STUDENT INVOLVEMENT, IF ANY.

Center projects will include students at all levels from undergraduates, honors students, masters and doctoral students. Moreover, the Center will support graduate assistants at all times to support ongoing projects and assist in the development of new center proposals.

8. ANNUAL BUDGET FOR THE UNIT OR THE ESTIMATED EXPENDITURES PER YEAR. (ESTIMATE)

SALARIES: Center Director @50%

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Admin Support Supervisor@50% IT Support

Faculty Coursework Development Grants Faculty Research Grants Operational/Supplies Travel

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$125,000 $ 35,000 $ 50,000 $ 40,000 $ 50,000 $ 40,000 $ 10,000 $ 25,000 $ 375.000

Note: Walton College of Business is providing 50% of the Directors salary

9. ESTIMATED FISCAL RESOURCES AND POTENTIAL SOURCES OF FUNDING (E.G., STATE, PRIVATE, ENDOWMENT, GRANT, CONTRACT, OR OTHER).

The Center has a target budget of $750,000/year from the following sources: Industry Board memberships, industry-sponsored projects, and contributions.

In the first two years, financial resources will be provided by the Sam M. Walton College of Business (financial resources will not be needed from the central administration.

10. SPACE AND EQUIPMENT NEEDS OF THE CENTER AND A DESCRIPTION OF HOW THEY WILL BE MET.

Space: JB Hunt 404 Equipment: one-time setup expenses of computer, software, office equipment estimated to be $25,000

11. DESCRIPTION OF THE ADVISORY BOARD INCLUDING ITS SIZE, THE METHOD OF ITS SELECTION, AND LENGTH OF TERMS.

The Industry Advisory Board would consist of two levels - Executive Level and Advisory Level. The target number for the Executive Level will be 5 to 10 members; the target for the Advisory Level members will be 10 to 20 members. Executive members will be industry leaders who bring significant experience and resource support to the Center. Advisory Level members will include project sponsors and donors. Executive Level members will serve for 3 years while Advisory Level members will be selected annually. The Executive and Advisory board members will be nominated by the Center Director and approved by the Dean of the Sam M. Walton College of Business and the Department Chair of the Information Systems Department.

12. THE METRICS TO BE USED TO EVALUATE THE CENTER'S FEASIBILITY AT ITS FIVE-YEAR REVIEW.

Vision: To become a premier academic leader in the advocation and education on blockchain.

Mission: Develop and establish research partnerships, alliances, and standards Conduct collaborative industry-university research ( e.g. proof of concepts, use cases, projects) Promote and enable knowledge dissemination Accelerate industry adoption and value identification

Metrics for measuring the Institute's success include: Number of Premier Advisory Board Members Number of Participating Advisory Board Members Number ofblockchain research white papers completed Number of courses using blockchain and students in classes using blockchain course materials Dollar amount of funds raised (philanthropic gifts) Value of solutions to problems Dollar amount of funded research projects Journal publications as a result Center research

Item 6: Approval to Add a New Educator Preparation Program of the BA in Teaching in French, German, Spanish, English and Social Studies Education, UAF (Action)

APPROVAL TO ADD A NEW EDUCATOR PREPARATION PROGRAM OF THE BA IN TEACHING

IN FRENCH, GERMAN, SPANISH, ENGLISH AND SOCIAL STUDIES EDUCATION, UAF (ACTION)

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Chancellor Joseph E. Steinmetz, University of Arkansas, Fayetteville, has requested approval to add a new educator preparation program of the Bachelor of Arts in Teaching in French Education, German Education, Spanish Education, English Education, and Social Studies Education in the Department of Curriculum and Instruction within the College of Education and Health Professions, effective fall 2018.

The U.S. Department of Education, Office of Postsecondary Education, August 2016, identified six subject areas that are currently high-need fields, including bilingual education and English language acquisition, foreign language, math, reading specialist, science and special education. Faculty and administration in the College of Education and Health Professions believe that a four-year humanities program in pedagogy, content, and field experiences will lead more students into choosing teaching as a career and fill the shortages we have across the state with professionally prepared teachers.


Sincerely,

£)._..mA. ~---Donald R. Bobbitt President Charles E. Scharlau Presidential Leadership Chair

Attachments


University of Arkansas, Fayetteville / University of Arkansas at Little Rock / University of Arkansas at Pinc Bluff University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences / University of Arkansas at Monticello / Division of Agriculture / Criminal Justice Institute

Arkansas Archeological Survey / Phillips Community College of the University of Arkansas / University of Arkansas Community College at Hope University of Arkansas Comnrnnitv College ,n Batesville / Cossa tot Community College of the University of Arkansas

University of Arkansas Comm unity College at Morri lton / University of Arkansas at Fort Smith Arkansas School for Mathematics, Sciences and the Arts / U niversity of Arkansas Clinton School of Public Service / University of Arkansas System cVcrsiry

The University of A rkansas is an equal opportunity/affirmative action institution.

RESOLUTION

BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE UNIVERSITY OF ARKANSAS THAT the proposal of the University of Arkansas, Fayetteville, to add a new educator preparation program of the Bachelor of Arts in Teaching in French Education, German Education, Spanish Education, English Education, and Social Studies Education in the Department of Curriculum and Instruction within the College of Education and Health Professions, effective fall 2018, is hereby approved.




Bachelor of Arts in Teaching Educator Preparation Program

PROGRAM DESCRIPTION

The Bachelor of Arts in Teaching English Education, French Education, German Education, Spanish Education, and Social Studies Education is a new degree program in education leading to licensure in the respective content areas (K-12 or 7-12 depending on the major). Students will complete 40 hours of pedagogy including 8 credit hours of field experiences (practicum and internship), 33 hours in the content area, 35 hours ofUA Core, and 12 hours of electives to complete 120 credit hours.

The program focuses on developing reflective practitioners based on the constructivist perspective that teachers are life-long learners, reflective practitioners, and scholar researchers. The coursework is designed to develop these attributes so that students graduate as effective teachers with the knowledge, skills, and dispositions to engage students with meaningful and authentic instruction.

The BAT program is housed in the Department of Curriculum and Instruction (CIED) in the College of Education and Health Professions. Courses in CIED focus on developing the skills and dispositions for teaching. CIED partners with the Fulbright College of Arts and Sciences to develop knowledge in students' content areas.

Item 7: Approval to Add One New Concentration and Four New Minors, UAF (Action)

APPROVAL TO ADD ONE NEW CONCENTRATION AND FOUR NEW MINORS, UAF (ACTION)

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March 19, 2018




Chancellor Joseph E. Steinmetz at the University of Arkansas, Fayetteville, is requesting approval to add the following programs:

• Concentration in Aerospace to the Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering • Minor in Event Management in the School of Human Environmental Sciences • Minor in Hospitality management in the School of Human Environmental Sciences • Minor in Global Studies in the Department of International Studies • Minor in Data Analytics in the Department of Industrial Engineering

The proposals have received the necessary campus approvals. If enrollment and budget goals have not been met upon evaluation of the programs after five years, the programs will be discontinued. I concur with this recommendation and have attached a resolution for your consideration.

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University of Arkansas, Fayettevi lle / Uni versity of Arkansas at Little Rock / University of Arkansas at Pinc Bluff Un iversity of Arkansas for Medical Sciences/ University of Arkansas at Monticello / Division of Agriculture / Criminal Justice Institute

Arkansas Archeological Survey / Phillips Community College of the University of Arkansas / University of Arkansas Community College at Hope University of Arkansas Community College at Batesvi lle / Cossa tot Community College of the University of Arkansas

Univcrsit1· of Arkansas Community Col lege at Morrilton / University of Arkansas at Fort Smith Arkansas School for Mathematics, Sciences and the Arts / University of Arkansas C linton School of Public Service / University of Arkansas System cVcrsity

The UniJJcrsity of Arlmnsas is an equal opportunity/affirmatiJJe action institution.

RESOLUTION

BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE UNIVERSITY OF ARKANSAS THAT the proposal of the University of Arkansas, Fayetteville, to add the programs set forth below, is hereby approved.

• Concentration in Aerospace to the Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering • Minor in Event Management in the School of Human Environmental Sciences • Minor in Hospitality management in the School of Human Environmental Sciences • Minor in Global Studies in the Department of International Studies • Minor in Data Analytics in the Department of Industrial Engineering


BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED THAT the President is hereby authorized to submit this proposal to the Arkansas Department of Higher Education for appropriate action .

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Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Concentration

NEW OPTION, EMPHASIS, CONCENTRATION, or MINOR (Maximum 21 semester credit hours of theory courses and 6 credit hours of practicum courses)


University of Arkansas Fayetteville

2. CONTACT PERSON/TITLE:



Fall2018

4. TITLE OF EXISTING DEGREE PROGRAM:

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering

5. PROPOSED NAME OF NEW OPTION/ EMPHASIS/CONCENTRATION/MINOR:

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Concentration

6. REASON FOR PROPOSED ACTION:

Benefits the State of Arkansas by providing better prepared employees; Gives student advantage in workplace; Existing faculty have expertise in the aerospace discipline; and, Broadens our degree and course offerings for students.

7. PROVIDE THE FOLLOWING:

a. Total semester credit hours required for option/emphasis/concentration/minor (Option range: 9- 27 semester credit hours): 12 hours

b. Documentation that program option/emphasis/concentration/minor meets employer needs: Arkansas' aerospace, aviation, and defense industry employs nearly 10,000 people and accounts for Arkansas' primary export, accounting for more than $1.8 billion per year. This employee base includes researchers, engineers, technicians, and other skilled laborers. (https://arkansasaerospace.com/)

c. Student demand (projected enrollment) for program option/emphasis/ concentration /minor: ----- 50 students/year

8. WILL THE NEW OPTION/EMPHASIS/CONCENTRATION/MINOR BE OFFERED VIA DISTANCE DELIVERY?

No


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4. PROPOSED NAME OF NEW OPTION / EMPHASIS / CONCENTRATION / MINOR:

Minor: Event Management


Due to overwhelming student requests from outside the program for a minor in event management, the program has developed and is requesting to implement this minor. In addition, there is a huge demand for graduates in the field of event management and the board of advisors for the hospitality program fully encourage and support this new minor.

6. NEW OPTION/EMPHASIS/CONCENTRATION/MINOR OBJECTIVE:

For those students who want to be responsible for events such as conferences, seminars, competitions, product launches, exhibitions, gala dinners, concerts, etc., as part of their job role. This minor will allow them to learn the vital planning and management techniques that will help them meet the objectives of a variety of events.

This minor will provide highly participative activities that lead students through the process of managing an event, from concept and planning, to execution and evaluation. Students will be able to utilize a basic framework they can implement back in the workplace.

7. PROVIDE THE FOLLOWING: a. Curriculum outline - List of courses in new option I emphasis I concentration I

minor- Underline required courses HOSP 1603 Introduction to Hospitality Management HOSP 2603 Purchasing & Cost Control HOSP 3623 Intro to Meetings and Events HOSP 3673 Venue Management HESC 455V-Special Topics 15 credit hours

b. New courses and new course descriptions HOSP 3623 Intro to Meetings and Events Management HOSP 3673 Venue Management

c. Documentation that program option/emphasis/concentration/minor meets employer needs (if applicable) The special events industry has grown enormously in the past decade. According to recent research conducted by Dr. Joe Goldblatt, CSEP (Certified Special Events Professional), spending for special events worldwide is $500 billion annually. The Bureau of Labor Statistics projects event planner employment growth of 43.7% between 2010 and 2020 with the expectation that over 30,000 new jobs will be added during that timeframe. This puts the Event Planning industry on a much faster pace of growth than the average industry. This growth leads US News and World Report to ranks the upward mobility of event planners as "Above Average", something that many young people find very appealing. Money Magazine ranked Event Planning at #8 in their list of the top 20 jobs for young people. There are many ample opportunities to enter this industry, and the faculty at the University of Arkansas feel we owe it to our students to adequately prepare them for such a career.

In addition to the statistics listed above, the Hospitality Innovation (Management) board of advisors has recommended the minor and have been an immense help in designing this minor. Furthermore, the board of advisors is steadfast in their feeling that this minor will highlight the University of Arkansas hospitality program when compared to other hospitality programs featured at universities in the state of Arkansas.

d. Student demand (projected enrollment) for program option/emphasis/ concentration I minor Projected enrollment for the minor is estimated at 15-20 new students per semester.

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e. Name of institutions offering similar program option/emphasis/concentration/ minor the institution(s) used as a model to develop the proposed program option/ emphasis/concentration/minor (if applicable)

West Virginia University University of Nevada, Las Vegas

8. WILL THE NEW OPTION I EMPHASIS I CONCENTRATION / MINOR BE OFFERED VIA DISTANCE DELIVERY? IF YES, INDICATE MODE OF DISTANCE DELIVERY:

No

9. SPECIFY THE AMOUNT OF ADDITIONAL COSTS REQUIRED FOR PROGRAM IMPLEMENTATION, THE SOURCE OF FUNDS, AND HOW FUNDS WILL BE USED.

Hospitality faculty are making better use of existing resources, including strategic hiring of faculty by type, tenure track v. non-tenure track. Therefore, no additional FTE will be required because the new courses will be covered with existing FTE already assigned to the program.

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Minor in Hospitality Management

NEW OPTION, EMPHASIS, CONCENTRATION or MINOR (Maximum 21 semester credit hours of theory courses and 6 credit hours of practicum courses)






Fall2018

4. TITLE OF EXISTING DEGREE PROGRAM:

Bachelor of Science in Human Environmental Sciences

5. PROPOSED NAME OF NEW OPTION/CONCENTRATION/MINOR:

Minor: Hospitality Management


Due to overwhelming student requests from outside the program for a minor in hospitality management, the program has developed and is requesting to implement this minor. In addition, there is a huge demand for graduates in the field of hospitality management and the board of advisors for the hospitality program fully encourage and support this new minor.

7. PROVIDE THE FOLLOWING:

a. Provide degree plan that includes new option/emphasis/concentration/minor Minor in Hospitality Management This minor degree is designed to give students the expertise needed to pursue careers in the growing hospitality management industry. Students must complete 15 credit hours to earn this minor, including courses on tourism, finance, event management, and human resources. This minor degree is open to all students at the University of Arkansas.

b. New courses and new course descriptions HOSP 3623 Introduction to Meetings and Events Management Focuses on the planning and management of meetings and events in the hospitality industry. Includes developing event goals and objectives, site planning and management, event set up, risk management, food and beverage planning and management, budgeting, working with event services vendors, and marketing and promotion of events and meetings.

c. Student demand (projected enrollment) for program option/ emphasis I concentration I minor Projected enrollment for the minor is estimated at 15-20 new students per semester.

d. Name of institutions offering similar program or program option/ emphasis/concentration/minor and the institution(s) used as a model to develop the proposed program option/emphasis/concentration/minor (if applicable) University of Nevada, Las Vegas Florida State University University of Central Florida Temple University

8. EXPLAIN IN DETAIL THE DISTANCE DELIVERY METHODS/PROCEDURES TOBE USED:

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None

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Minor in Global Studies







Fall 2018

4. PROPOSED NAME OF NEW OPTION/EMPHASIS/CONCENTRATION/ MINOR:

Global Studies Minor


The Minor in Global Studies is a fifteen-credit-hour program that combines trammg in intercultural competency with advanced coursework dealing with key global issues, such as international food security, human rights, international conflict, etc. The minor has two requirements, beginning with a Global Issues requirement consisting of a gateway course (INST 2013 Introduction to International and Global Studies) and a global issues course chosen from a range of upper-level options. The second requirement leads students to develop intercultural skills through a mix of world language and area studies courses, with the possibility to apply three credit hours earned through an international experience, whether a study abroad course, international internship, or foreign research trip.

The program stems from a broader push to internationalize the campus at the University of Arkansas and enhance global citizenship and global awareness among students. It was developed by a task force formed by the Provost's International Education Advisory Committee, whose members included representatives from all six undergraduate colleges (AFLS, ARCH, ARSC, EDUC, ENGR, WCOB). Fulbright representatives included the director of International Studies and the chair of the Department of World Languages. The task force agreed that it would be best to design and situate the minor within the International Studies Program in Fulbright College. This means that the proposed framework will require no additional resources, since it plans to use existing capacity in the Area Studies and International Studies programs and in the Department of World Languages, Literatures, and Cultures. We now have the faculty capacity to offer additional sections of INST 2013 Introduction to International and Global Studies as needed, along with the added sections and seats in the upper-level International Studies courses. A Global Studies minor would be a welcome addition to the International Studies program. Where the program has dealt with varieties of international interaction and exchange, the

global studies focus would allow the program to enhance its focus on contemporary challenges and issues operating on a worldwide scale. This will help University of Arkansas students better understand the issues shaping the contemporary world and make them active participants in addressing worldwide challenges while preparing them for careers involving international or intercultural dimensions.

6. PROVIDE THE FOLLOWING: a. Total semester credit hours required for option/emphasis/concentration/minor

(Option range: 9-27 semester credit hours) The Minor in Global Studies requires a minimum of 15 semester hours

b. New courses The courses outlined below are new additions to the International and Global Studies curriculum using existing resources in the program. No additional costs are warranted by any of these courses. They are available to students in both the International Studies major and the Global Studies minor.

INST 2013 Introduction to International and Global Studies (Sp, Fa) INST 3303 European Integration and Globalization (Fa) COMM/INST 4873 International Communication and Globalization (Irregular) HIST/INST 4693 Approaching Global History (Irregular) INST 3603 Universal Human Rights: History and Practice since 1945 (Fa): INST 4653 International Food Security and Food Sovereignty PLSC/INST 4893 International Negotiation and Mediation

c. Documentation that program option/emphasis/concentration/minor meets employer needs (if applicable) The Global Studies Minor is not intended for a specific employment sector, but provides intercultural training and global awareness to enhance student readiness for any field requiring a multi-cultural environment, an international dimension, or a connection to globally-linked issues. The College of Engineering, for example, reported an interest in preparing students to work in an environment with colleagues from around the world, while the Walton College of Business was eager to add cultural training to its student preparation in international business. Students in the Bumpers College of Agricultural, Food, and Life Sciences participated in the hopes of boosting student readiness to work in a global food system, and the College of Education and Health Professions expressed a desire for students to have intercultural training to add to their involvement in matters of global public health. In Fulbright College, students selecting the Global Studies Minor enhance their preparation for careers in law, public service, academia, etc.

d. Student demand (projected enrollment) for program option I emphasis I concentration I minor The task force developing the minor determined that as many as 100 students per year would declare the Global Studies Minor. The heaviest concentrations of students are expected to come from the College of Engineering, where a poll of honors students suggested as many as 150 students had interest in the minor, and in the Walton College of Business, where most if not all of the 300 International Business Majors would be allowed to declare the minor to meet area studies and language requirements in their maJor.

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e. Name of institutions offering similar program option/emphasis/concentration/ minor and the institution(s) used as a model to develop the proposed program option/emphasis/concentration/minor (if applicable) The task force studied Global Studies minors at 13 universities across the United States:

Binghamton University Michigan State University Rutgers University Stanford University South Dakota State University Temple University UC Davis

UC Riverside University of Illinois-UC University of Maryland University of Minnesota University of TennesseeKnoxville

Based on this study, the task force designed the intercultural options with study abroad allowances based on data showing that 77% of the schools with minors provided options for language training and that 40% created options for applying international experience. Only two programs required study abroad for the minor.

7. WILL THE NEW OPTION/EMPHASIS/CONCENTRATION/MINOR BE OFFERED VIA DISTANCE DELIVERY? IF YES, INDICATE MODE OF DISTANCE DELIVERY:

The Global Studies Minor will not be offered via distance delivery.


No additional costs are required for program implementation. The INST program has sufficient resources and labor to launch and maintain the program.

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Minor in Data Analytics

NEW OPTION, EMPHASIS, CONCENTRATION or MINOR (Maximum 21 semester credit hours of theory courses and 6 credit hours of practicum courses)






Fall 2018

4. PROPOSED NAME OF NEW OPTION/EMPHASIS/CONCENTRATION/MINOR (CIRCLE ONE):

Undergraduate Minor in Data Analytics


Data analytics, which encompasses data collection, analysis of data, and making decisions from data is a global megatrend that will offer staggering business opportunities in decades to come. Data analytics professionals have successfully shown significant impact on improving business across industries globally. Although there are a lot of professionals in the workforce in Northwest Arkansas, only a minor fraction is equipped with knowledge and skills in data analytics. There is an ever-increasing need of a larger and well-prepared workforce in data analytics professionals in almost all business sectors in Northwest Arkansas. There is an explosion of market demand among employers in Northwest Arkansas for qualified graduates in the NW Arkansas region with data analytics skills.

With full support from the College of Engineering, the Sam M. Walton College of Business, and the J. William Fulbright College of Arts and Sciences, the University has established a new industry research partnership called the Institute for Advanced Data Analytics (JADA). The Institute is coordinating this undergraduate minor in data analytics, which is a customized education and training program in analytics for undergraduate students, to create the supply bloodline to feed the growing demand in analytics professionals in the region. This minor has been fully endorsed by the Industrial Engineering (INEG) and Computer Science and Computer Engineering (CSCE) departments, of which the majority of students enrolled in the minor will be from. The INEG faculty discussed the minor proposal at a faculty meeting and the department fully endorsed this endeavor. The CSCE Undergraduate Studies Committee reviewed the proposed minor plan and unanimously voted to support the minor. The Information Systems (ISYS) Faculty Curriculum committee also reviewed the proposed minor and is supportive of the proposed minor with a Business Analytics option. The committee proposed a very compromise solution for non-business students to take business courses by having minimal prerequisites - an accounting course, an economics course, plus the computer competency. This solution will make it possible for the students under this analytics minor to have an undisrupted flow of classes if they choose to take courses from ISYS.

6. PROVIDE THE FOLLOWING: a. Curriculum Outline -

With the consideration of what employers are looking for, both hard analytical skills (e.g., machine learning, statistics, big data technologies) and soft management/business skills (e.g., decision and business analysis, the ability to communicate and think critically) are equally important. To produce solid, wellrounded graduates with these foundational skills and technical talent, the undergraduate minor in Data Analytics is designed to provide students with 3 foundations: Applied Statistics and Modeling, Computing and Informatics, and Analytics. The curriculum designed to deliver the training requires 15-17 credit hours of study with a mixed of lower and upper division courses from the College of Engineering, the Fulbright College of Arts and Sciences, and the Sam M. Walton College of Business.

b. Total semester credit hours required for option/emphasis/concentration/minor: A total of 15-17 semester credit hours: 3 credits of Applied Statistics and Math Modeling Foundation, 6-8 credits of Computing and Informatics Foundation, and 6 credits of Analytics Foundation

c. Documentation that program option/emphasis/concentration/minor meets employer needs (if applicable) As the labor market in NW Arkansas has been thriving in the past few years and what will continue to gain momentum in the next decade, the demand for workforce with data analytics skills has been ever increasing. According to the Robert Half study, Technology, Healthcare, and Manufacturing are the top 3 fastest growing industries in the West South Central region (including AR, OK, TX, LA). Companies looking to hire graduates with data analytics skills often focus on majors such as economics, mathematics, statistics, computer science, operations research, and industrial engineering. In 2015 there were 164,000 graduates across these majors nationwide; however, the growth in jobs seems to be outpacing the growth in graduates. During the same time-period, job growth for these data analytics professionals grew at a much faster pace: 325,000 new jobs, or 24%. And much of that growth (241,000 jobs) occurred just between 2010 and 2015.

d. Student demand (projected enrollment) for program option/emphasis/ concentration/minor Increases in enrollment in analytics-related majors (including INEG, CSCE, ISYS, MA TH/ST AT) is expected to be around 20%, and participation of existing students in those majors is expected to be around 25% of current enrollment.

We project that there will be at least 40 students per year enrolled in this minor with the majority from INEG (-20 students) and CSCE (-20 students). We also anticipate about 10 students from other colleges (e.g., WCOB, Fulbright, Bumper).

7. WILL THE NEW OPTION/EMPHASIS/CONCENTRATION/MINOR BE OFFERED VIA DISTANCE DELIVERY? IF YES, INDICATE MODE OF DISTANCE DELIVERY:

No. On campus delivery only.

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The new minor will exploit existing resources and expertise in Data Analytics on campus. Thus, there are no additional costs required for program implementation. However, in parallel, the Institute for Advanced Data Analytics is planning to submit a proposal to the National Science Foundation (NSF) Scholarships in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (S-STEM) program to obtain financial resources to recruit, retain, and promote undergraduate students who are interested in this minor program, especially those with lowincome and academically talent.

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Item 8: Reconfigure BS Human Environmental Sciences in Human Nutrition & Hospitality Innovation with 3 Concentrations to a BS in Human Environmental Sciences with 3 Majors; Delete BS in HESHNHI. UAF /Ar.tinn\

RECONFIGURE BS HUMAN ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCES IN HUMAN NUTRITION & HOSPITALITY

INNOVATION WITH 3 CONCENTRATIONS TO A BS IN HUMAN ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCES WITH 3

MAJORS; DELETE BS IN HESHNHI, UAF (ACTION)

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Chancellor Joseph E. Steinmetz, University of Arkansas, Fayetteville, has requested approval to reconfigure the Bachelor of Science in Human Environmental Sciences in Human Nutrition and Hospitality Innovation with concentrations in (I) Nutrition and Dietetics, (2) General Foods and Nutrition, and (3) Hospitality Innovation into a Bachelor of Science in Human Environmental Sciences with majors in (I) Human Nutrition and Dietetics, (2) Food, Nutrition, and Health, and (3) Hospitality Management. In addition, Dr. Steinmetz is requesting approval to delete the Bachelor of Science in Human Environmental Sciences in Human Nutrition and Hospitality Innovation. Deleting this program will have no impact on faculty and staff.

The program name changes are more indicative of what the program includes: Human Nutrition, Dietetics and Hospitality Management. The word dietetics needs to be included to direct students who are searching for that major. The word, Innovation is too broad and difficult to define; therefore, it is being replaced by the word Management. Management better describes what the hospitality program is teaching. This change is encouraged and supported by the hospitality students, nutrition and dietetics students, and both the Nutrition and Hospitality Board of Advisors.


Sincerely,

~.-.C!J~A~ Donald R. Bobbitt President Charles E. Scharlau Presidential Leadership Chair

Attachments


University of Arkansas, Favettcvi llc / University of Arkansas at Little Rock / University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences/ University of Arkansas at Monriccllo / Division of Agriculture / Criminal Justice Institute

Arkansas Archcological Survey / Phillips Community College of the Universit)' of Arkansas / University of Arkansas Community College at Hope University of Arkansas Co1111nunity College at Batesville / Cossa rot Community College of the University of Arkansas

Univcrsitv of Arkansas Comm unity College at Mo rri lton / University of Arkansas at Fort Smith Arka nsas School for Mathematics, Sciences and the Arts/ U niversity of Arkansas Clinton School of Public Service / University of Arkansas System cVcrsity

The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity/afft1·ntatiPc action institut ion.

RESOLUTION

BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE UNIVERSITY OF ARKANSAS THAT the proposal of the University of Arkansas, Fayetteville, to reconfigure the Bachelor of Science in Human Environmental Sciences in Human Nutrition and Hospitality Innovation with concentrations in (1) Nutrition and Dietetics, (2) General Foods and Nutrition, and (3) Hospitality Innovation into a Bachelor of Science in Human Environmental Sciences with majors in (1) Human Nutrition and Dietetics, (2) Food, Nutrition, and Health, and (3) Hospitality Management is hereby approved.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED THAT the proposal to delete the Bachelor of Science in Human Environmental Sciences in Human Nutrition and Hospitality Innovation is hereby approved.




Bachelor of Science in Human Environmental Sciences

RECONFIGURATION OF EXISTING DEGREE PROGRAMS (Consolidation or Separation of Degrees to Create New Degree)





3. TITLE(S) OF DEGREE PROGRAMS TO BE CONSOLIDATED I RECONFIGURED:

Bachelor of Science in Human Environmental Sciences with a major in: • Human Nutrition and Hospitality Innovation with

o Concentration in Nutrition and Dietetics o Concentration in General Foods and Nutrition o Concentration in Hospitality Innovation.

4. PROPOSED TITLE OF CONSOLIDATED/RECONFIGURED PROGRAM:

We are deleting the Bachelor of Science in Human Environmental Sciences with a major in Human Nutrition and Hospitality Innovation with a Letter of Notification 5 and proposing three independent degree programs as:

• Bachelor of Science in Human Environmental Sciences with a major in Human Nutrition and Dietetics

• Bachelor of Science in Human Environmental Sciences with a major in Food, Nutrition and Health

• Bachelor of Science in Human Environmental Sciences with a major in Hospitality Management


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Fall2018

REASON FOR PROPOSED PROGRAM CONSOLIDATION I RECONFIGURATION:

The current Human Nutrition and Hospitality Innovation major has three concentrations: Nutrition and Dietetics, General Foods and Nutrition, and Hospitality Innovation. This proposal reorganizes the program by offering three stand-alone majors : 1) Human Nutrition and Dietetics, 2) Food, Nutrition and Health, and 3) Hospitality Management.

The proposed changes allow Human Nutrition and Hospitality Innovation students to receive a diploma designative of their courswork and chosen academic field. This will assist our students in ensuring they will have a greater opportunity to gain career positions in the industry for whom their diploma was awarded. Changing the name from Hospitality Innovation to Hospitality Management is more indicative of the coursework being studied in the hospitality curriculum. The re-configuration of the General Foods and Nutrition program and change of name to Food, Nutrition and Health is designed to meet student needs for a sustainable, viable and useful degree, for students who need a different pathway other than Human Nutrition and Dietetics to complete as opposed to being unsuccessful in the pursuit of a degree.

The Board of Advisors indicated that the program name changes are more indicative of what the program includes: Human Nutrition, Dietetics and Hospitality Management. The word dietetics needs to be included to direct students who are searching for that major. The word, Innovation is too broad and difficult to define; therefore, it is being replaced by the word Management. Management better describes what the hospitality program is teaching. This change is encouraged and supported by both the hospitality students, nutrition and dietetics students, and both the Nutrition and Hospitality Board of Advisors.

7. PROVIDE PROGRAM BUDGET. INDICATE AMOUNT OF FUNDS AVAILABLE FOR REALLOCATION.

Because both the Human Nutrition and Dietetics major, and the Food, Nutrition and Health major currently exist, it is expected that budget requirements for the proposed programs will not be different from the current budget requirements.

8. INSTITUTIONAL CURRICULUM COMMITTEE REVIEW/APPROVAL DATE:

December 6, 2017

9. WILL THE PROPOSED DEGREE BE OFFERED ON-CAMPUS, OFF-CAMPUS, OR VIA DISTANCE DELIVERY? IF YES, INDICATE MODE OF DISTANCE DELIVERY.

The programs will be offered on-campus.


Kansas State University:

Auburn University:

Food, Nutrition, Dietetics, and Health Hospitality Management

Nutrition, Dietetics, and Hospitality Management

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Human Nutrition and Hospitality Innovation, BSHES with concentrations in: Nutrition and Dietetics, General Foods and Nutrition, and Hospitality Innovation.

DELETION (Certificate, Degree, Option, Emphasis, Concentration, Minor, or Organizational Unit)






Fall 2018

4. TITLE OF CERTIFICATE, DEGREE PROGRAM, OPTION I EMPHASIS/ CONCENTRATION, OR ORGANIZATIONAL UNIT:

Human Nutrition and Hospitality Innovation, BSHES with concentrations in: Nutrition and Dietetics, General Foods and Nutrition, and Hospitality Innovation.

5. REASON FOR DELETION:

The current Human Nutrition and Hospitality Innovation major has three concentrations: Nutrition and Dietetics, General Foods and Nutrition, and Hospitality Innovation. Since we are reconfiguring the program into three stand-alone majors with no concentrations, we will need to delete the Human Nutrition and Hospitality Innovation major.


The Nutrition and Dietetics concentration currently has 170 students enrolled and the General Foods and Nutrition concentration has 19 students currently enrolled. Hospitality has 163 students.

7. EXPECTED GRADUATION DATE OF LAST STUDENT:

2020


No courses will be deleted.

9. HOW WILL STUDENTS IN THE DELETED PROGRAM BE ACCOMMODATED?

Students will be encouraged to switch to the new Human Nutrition and Dietetics or the new Food, Nutrition and Health degree plans immediately. Those who find it to be more advantageous to remain on the current Human Nutrition and Hospitality Innovation degree plan with a dietetics or general foods and nutrition concentration will be allowed to complete that plan. The last students to complete those plans should be in 2020.

HOSP 2433 has not be offered in two years and was an elective. HOSP 3633 content will be combined into HOSP 2633 Lodging Property Management. Those who have the requirement of HOSP 3633 on their plan of study, will be able to complete the course in spring 2018 or will be moved to the new plan of study which does not require HOSP 3633. In addition, if approved an online version of HOSP 3633 can be offered in the summer 2018 second session of summer school.

10. INDICATE THE AMOUNT OF PROGRAM FUNDS AVAILABLE FOR REALLOCATION:

No funds are being reallocated, because the current program is being reconfigured into three stand-alone majors. The current budget within the School of Human Environmental Sciences will continue to support the three programs.

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Item 9: Reconfigure the BA in Art with Concentrations in Art History & Studio Art into a BA in Art History & a BA in Studio Art, and to Delete the BA in Art, UAF (Action)

RECONFIGURE THE BA IN ART WITH CONCENTRATIONS IN ART HISTORY & STUDIO ART INTO A BA IN ART HISTORY & A BA IN STUDIO ART,

AND TO DELETE THE BA IN ART, UAF (ACTION)

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March 19, 2018




Chancellor Joseph E. Steinmetz, University of Arkansas, Fayetteville, has requested approval to reconfigure the Bachelor of Arts in Art with concentrations in Art History and Studio Art into a Bachelor of Arts in Art History and a Bachelor of Arts in Studio Art. In addition, Chancellor Steinmetz requests approval to delete the Bachelor of Arts in Art, effective fall 2018. Deleting the Bachelor of Arts in Art will have no impact on faculty or staff.

In recent years, the curriculum in each concentration has been extensively modified to bring them up to date with contemporary needs as well as peer institution precedent. Very little overlap remains in core courses between Studio Art and Art History and faculty agree that each concentration should become a stand-alone major within the Bachelor of Arts degree program.


Sincerely,

~ .. .(l:J /<. ~ -" -Donald R. Bobbitt PresidentCharles E. Scharlau Presidential Leadership Chair

Attachments


U niversity o f Arkansas, Fayetteville / U niversitv of Arkansas at Little Rock / U niversity of Arkansas at Pine Bluff U nivcrsitv of Arkansas fo r Medic i! Sciences/ University of Arkansas at Mo nticel lo / Divisio n of Agricul ture / C riminal Justice Insti tute

Arkansas Archeo logical Survey / Ph ill ips Co 111 111 unity College o f t he U niversity of Arkansas / U niversity of Arkansas Co111111unity College at Hope U ni versity of Arkansas Co 111111unity Co llege at Batesville / Cossa tot Co111mu nity College o f the Un iversity of Arkansas

U ni vcrsitv of Arkansas Co111m unity College at Mo rri lton / U niversity o f Arkansas at Fort S111ith Arkansas School fo r /via thematics, Sciences and the Arts / U niversity of Arka nsas C linton School of Public Service / U niversirv of Arkansas Svste111 cVersiry

171c UniJJersity rif'A rkansas is an equal oppo1°tunity/affinnati11e action institution.

RESOLUTION

BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE UNIVERSITY OF ARKANSAS THAT the proposal of the University of Arkansas, Fayetteville, to reconfigure the Bachelor of Arts in Art with concentrations in Art History and Studio Art into a Bachelor of Arts in Art History and a Bachelor of Arts in Studio Art is hereby approved.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED THAT the proposal to delete the Bachelor of Arts in Art is hereby approved.










3. TITLE(S) OF DEGREE PROGRAMS TO BE CONSOLIDATED / RECONFIGURED:

Bachelor of Arts in Art with concentrations in • Art History • Studio Art


Bachelor of Arts with majors in: • Art History • Studio Art


6.

Fall 2018


A change in the Bachelor of Arts in Art degree program is being proposed through this reconfiguration request. The current curriculum includes a major in Art with concentrations in Studio Art and Art History. In recent years, the curriculum in each concentration has been extensively modified to bring them up to date with contemporary needs as well as peer institution precedent. Very little overlap remains in core courses between Studio Art and Art History and faculty agree that each concentration should become a stand-alone major within the Bachelor of Arts degree program.

The proximity and close cooperative relationship the Art Department has with the world renown Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art, as well as a recently approved name

change for the department to become the School of Art, makes the separation of the Art History and Studio Art programs into stand-alone majors more in line with our specific needs and peer institution norms. The addition of faculty in the Art History area, as well as significant increases in the number of students majoring in and graduating with the concentration of Art History, create a climate that requires a stand-alone major in the area as opposed to a concentration within a more generalized major.

7. PROVIDE CURRENT AND PROPOSED CURRICULUM OUTLINE BY SEMESTER.

There are no curricular changes being proposed with this request. The only change would be the designation on the student's degree from a Bachelor of Arts in Art with concentrations in Art History or Studio Art to stand-alone degree programs: the Bachelor of Arts in Studio Art and a Bachelor of Arts in Art History. Both the current and proposed BA curriculum are represented with two 8 semester plans that describe the curriculum for each degree program and are provided as Appendices II & III.

8. PROVIDE PROGRAM BUDGET. INDICATE AMOUNT OF FUNDS AVAILABLE FOR REALLOCATION. The current operational budget for the Department of Art is not divided by degree program (BA, BF A, MF A) and is approximately $300,000, excluding instructional salaries. No new funds are being requested as existing resources will be used to for the change from concentrations to majors. Because both concentrations already exist, it is expected that budget requirements for the proposed stand-alone majors will not be different from the current budget requirements .


On-campus.


University of Alabama, Auburn University, Clemson University, University of Florida, University of Tennessee, University of Kentucky, University of Nebraska

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Bachelor of Arts in Art with concentrations in Art History and Studio Art







Fall 2018

4. TITLE OF CERTIFICATE, DEGREE PROGRAM, OPTION I EMPHASIS I CONCENTRATION, OR ORGANIZATIONAL UNIT:

Bachelor of Arts in Art with concentrations in Art History and Studio Art


We are reconfiguring the Bachelor of Arts in Art into two stand-alone majors: Bachelor of Arts in Studio Art Bachelor of Arts in Art History

The Bachelor of Arts in Art with two concentrations is no longer needed.


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Spring 2021


None. Since we are only changing the names of the programs, all the courses will remain active.


Since all the courses will remain active, students will be able to make a smooth transition from working toward a Bachelor of Arts with two concentrations to either a Bachelor of Arts in Studio Art or a Bachelor of Arts in Art History. The department will allow current students to choose whether to complete the current curriculum or change to the reconfigured program. Advisors and faculty will help students make the best choice and work with the college dean's office to adjust their records accordingly. Students will have until spring 2021 to complete the current curriculum. Any student remaining in the current program will be changed to one of the two majors.


Since the programs are being reconfigured and no courses will be deleted, there will be no funds to reallocate.

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Item 10: Reconfigure the BA in lnt'I Studies into a BA in lnt'I & Global Studies with Concentrations in (1) Peace, Security & Human Rights & (2) European & Transatlantic Affairs, UAF (Action)

RECONFIGURE THE BA IN INT'L STUDIES INTO A BA IN INT'L & GLOBAL STUDIES WITH

CONCENTRATIONS IN (1) PEACE, SECURITY & HUMAN RIGHTS & (2) EUROPEAN & TRANSATLANTIC

AFFAIRS, UAF (ACTION)

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Uh\ · UNIVERSITY OF ARKANSAS SYSTEM

Office of the President March 19, 2018




Chancellor Joseph E. Steinmetz, University of Arkansas, Fayetteville, has requested approval to reconfigure the Bachelor of Arts in International Studies into a Bachelor of Arts in International and Global Studies with concentrations in (1) Peace, Security, and Human Rights and (2) European and Transatlantic Affairs, effective fall 2018.

Where the program began with a narrow focus on International Relations (a subfield of political science) and later moved to the study of a broader range of bilateral and multilateral relations among nation-states (i.e. International Studies), in the last few years the program has included studies of issues and problems operating on a global scale, which is a domain of inquiry more closely identified with the interdisciplinary field of Global Studies. Such changes enable the program to train students for a wider variety of careers, including our traditional focus on publicsector careers in diplomacy, politics, and civil service as well as careers oriented towards tackling world-wide challenges, such as in academia, law, business, and the nonprofit sector.


Donald R. Bobbitt PresidentCharles E. Scharlau Presidential Leadership Chair

Attachments


U niversity of Arkansas, Fayettevil le / University of Arkansas at Little Rock / University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff U nivcrsitv of Arkansas for Medical Sciences/ University of Arkansas at Monticello / Division of Agriculture / Criminal Justice Institute

Arkansas Archcologic i l Survey / Phillips Community College of the University of Arkansas/ University of Arkansas Commu nity College at Hope University of Arkansas Community Co llege at Batesville/ Cossa tot Community College of the University of Arkans.1s

University of Arkansas Communi ty Col lege at Mo rrilto n / University of Arkansas at Fort Smith Arkansas School for Mathematics, Sciences and the Arts / University of Arkansas Clinto n School of Public Service / University of Arkansas System cVersity

n,c UniJJersity of Arkansas is an equal opportunity/ajjinnatiJJe action institution.

RESOLUTION

BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE UNIVERSITY OF ARKANSAS THAT the proposal of the University of Arkansas, Fayetteville, to reconfigure the Bachelor of Arts in International Studies into a Bachelor of Arts in International and Global Studies with concentrations in (1) Peace, Security, and Human Rights and (2) European and Transatlantic Affairs in the Department of Arts and Sciences within the J. William Fulbright College of Arts and Sciences, effective fall 2018, is hereby approved.




Bachelor of Arts in International Studies







Bachelor of Arts in International Studies


Bachelor of Arts in International and Global Studies with concentrations in: • Peace, Security, and Human Rights • European and Transatlantic Affairs


6.

Fall 2018


This proposal calls for a reconfiguration of the B.A. degree in International Studies that includes a name change to International and Global Studies, eliminates the current elective requirements for "area studies" and "global studies" and replaces them with a concentration requirement met by choosing one of two available concentrations. The new curriculum also reduces the number of required minimum credit hours from 48 to 42 within the major. We anticipate the reconfiguration will better support the current 300 majors in the program and allow us to grow the expected 100+ new minors in Global Studies.

The proposed reconfiguration of the International Studies program is the result of three significant developments in the program. The first is a recognition of the current scope of teaching, research, and outreach within the International Studies program.

Where the program began with a narrow focus on International Relations (a subfield of political science) and later moved to the study of a broader range of bilateral and multilateral relations among nation-states (i.e. International Studies), in the last few years the program has included studies of issues and problems operating on a global scale, which is a domain of inquiry more closely identified with the interdisciplinary field of Global Studies. These have included globalization studies, universal human rights, transnational food security, and global peace and conflict resolution studies. The addition of new faculty and new courses in International Studies and its partner departments, coupled with shifting interests in the program's student cohorts, have led the program to develop the capacity to offer both a major in International and Global Studies and a separate Global Studies minor more specifically targeting global issues. Such changes enable the program to train students for a wider variety of careers, including our traditional focus on public-sector careers in diplomacy, politics, and civil service as well as careers oriented towards tackling world-wide challenges, such as in academia, law, business, and the nonprofit sector. Indeed, NGO and nonprofit positions now make up over half of the program's internships, while another 30% of alumni graduating within the last six years are currently employed in private-sector analyst or non-profit positions. These developments thus warrant a name change to International and Global Studies to reflect properly the full scope of the program's offerings, mission, and outcomes.

A second motivation for the proposed changes comes from the results of the program's seven-year external review, which concluded in the spring of 2017. First, the reviewers suggested that more space be created within the program to allow for students to start language training. Many students avoid taking on new languages because they cannot fit the preliminary training in their schedule. For this reason, the program is reducing its required minimum hours by 6 while preserving its 6-hour advanced language requirement.

Given the breadth of the program's interdisciplinary offerings and the size of its major cohort (at over 300 majors), the external reviewers strongly advised the program to create a selection of concentrations to facilitate more specialized paths of study and career preparation for students. Both the reviewers and the program faculty agreed that the concentration should include both regional foci and thematic emphases, particularly those corresponding to the legacy of Senator J. William Fulbright, whose commitment to international affairs and education is a key guide for the vision of International Studies (INST). With that in mind, the program faculty and partners have designed a concentration in Peace, Security, and Human Rights. This concentration speaks to Senator Fulbright's promotion of peace through education and the promotion of the responsible use of national power abroad. The program has developed new courses to support this concentration, including an anchor course in human rights and a upper-level course in food security. Our partners, meanwhile, continue to offer courses in terrorism and foreign policy and have created new courses cross-listed with International Studies in international negotiation and international communication, with a future course in the geography of violence and

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global peace studies planned for 2019. Security and conflict studies courses, meanwhile, remain an important pathway to careers for our students. The new concentration will replace an older elective track in International Security, from which the program has sent ten graduates in the last two years into careers and/or graduate programs in military intelligence, security studies, or peace and conflict resolution. In longer perspective, the program currently remains in contact with a growing cohort of alumni ( currently over 50) through Linkedin who are working in a field related to International and Global Studies.

The final source of reconfiguration comes from a proposed merger with the European Studies co-major. The International Studies program wishes to add an 18-hour Concentration Requirement, with one of those being a European and Transatlantic Affairs Concentration. European Studies currently has insufficient numbers of majors (11) and minors (5) to continue its current co-major (EUSTDEPMAJ) and minor (EUST-M). There are insufficient numbers of faculty to staff the two program core courses (EUST 2013 Introduction to European Studies and EUST 4003 European Studies Colloquium). The new concentration will allow International Studies to offer European Studies with less cost and fewer faculty resources by replacing the two EUST courses with a single bridge course (INST 3303) integrated into the existing INST curriculum. We expect this to be very popular among students. All International Studies majors are currently required to select an area study specialty, and 33-38% consistently choose Europe from among the five available options. Moreover, a specialty in Europe remains in high demand among employers. Despite the strong interest in emerging markets in Asia and Latin America, the European Union remains by far the largest trading partner of the United States. According to the European Commission, the US trades with Europe at a rate three times higher than with China and the rest of Asia, while EU investment is eight times greater with the U.S. than with all Asian countries combined. In 2016, the US exported hundreds of billions of dollars of goods and services to EU countries. In Arkansas, six EU countries were listed in the top 20 of the state's trading partners in 2015, with a combined total of trade approaching 20% of Arkansas exports. These countries own close to 50 companies in Arkansas operating at nearly 75 locations across the state. At the same time, European countries remain strong partners of the United States in security and defense, mandating continued close diplomatic and other public-sector ties.


The INST budget is $3,000 annually, to which the $2,000 from the EUST budget has been added as of Fall 2017, for a total normal annual budget of $5,000. These funds are used to support the instructional needs of the director and Clinical Assistant Professor in the program, meet office costs, and promotional and organizational costs for select program events ( e.g. the International Career Symposium, the annual European Studies undergraduate research workshop, etc.).

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8. PROVIDE CURRENT AND PROPOSED ORGANIZATIONAL CHART.

Current Organizational Chart

ARSC - Fulbright College of Arts and Sciences ARSD - Arts and Sciences Dean INST - International Studies

Proposed Organizational Chart

ARSC - Fulbright College of Arts and Sciences ARSD - Arts and Sciences Dean INST - International and Global Studies

9. ARE THE EXISTING DEGREES OFFERED OFF-CAMPUS OR VIA DISTANCE DELIVERY?

The existing degree is offered on campus only.


The immediate model for this program comes from the Department of International Studies at Texas A&M University and the College of International Studies at the University of Oklahoma. Texas A&M offers five curriculum track concentration, while Oklahoma offers nine separate degree plans, including plans in European and other Asian Studies. The external reviewers for the International Studies program at Arkansas included representatives from these programs. Nearly all SEC schools with an International Relations or International Studies program offer similar tracks or distinct pathways for students seeking an area of specialty. See for example the University of Tennessee, the University of Florida, and the Croft Institute for International Studies at the University of Mississippi.

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Item 11: Reconfigure MS in Counseling; Approval of a Revision of an Existing Education Program; & Approval to Delete the MS in Rehabilitation, UAF (Action)

RECONFIGURE MS IN COUNSELING; APPROVAL OF A REVISION OF AN EXISTING EDUCATION

PROGRAM; & APPROVAL TO DELETE THE MS IN REHABILITATION, UAF (ACTION)

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UR\ UNIVERSITY OF ARKANSAS SYSTEM

March 19, 2018 Off ice of the President




Chancellor Joseph E. Steinmetz, University of Arkansas, Fayetteville, has requested approval to reconfigure the Master of Science in Counseling by adding concentrations in ( 1) Addiction Counseling and (2) Rehabilitation Counseling and making a major revision to the curriculum. This reconfiguration also includes a revision of an existing education program within the concentration of School Counseling to meet licensure requirements. Dr. Steinmetz is also requesting approval to delete the Master of Science in Rehabilitation. Deleting the program will have no impact on faculty or staff.

Recently, the Council on Rehabilitation Education, Inc. (CORE) merged with the Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Education Professions (CACREP). Thus, the Master of Science in Rehabilitation will now be offered as a concentration in Rehabilitation Counseling within the Master of Science in Counseling. UAF would also like to add a new CACREP concentration in Addiction Counseling. This new concentration will be unique in the state of Arkansas and will be a very marketable program. Additionally, the CACREP standards have changed to require 60 credit hours for the Master of Science in Counseling. In order to meet this accreditation standard, they are proposing adding the needed coursework to meet this requirement for both the School Counseling and the Clinical Mental Health concentrations.


Donald R. Bobbitt President

Attachments


U niversity of Arkansas, Fayettevi lle / University of Arkansas at Little Rock / U niversity of Arkansas at Pi nc Bluff Un iversitv o f Arka nsas for i'vlcd ical Sciences/ U nivcrsitv of Arkansas at Monticello / Division o f Agriculture / Criminal Justice Institu te

Arkansas Archeo logical Survey / Phillips Co111 munity College o f the U ni versity o f Arkansas / University of Arkansas Community College at Hope U niversity o f Arkansas Community College at Batesville / Cossa tot Co111munit:y College of the University of Arkansas

U niversity of Arkansas Community College at Morrilto n / University of Arkansas at hirt Smith Arkansas School for Mathc111atics, Sciences and the Arts / Universi ty o f Arkansas C linton School of Public Service / University of Arkansas System cVersity

The Universitv of Arkansas is an equal opportunity/affirmative action institution.

RESOLUTION

BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE UNIVERSITY OF ARKANSAS THAT the proposal of the University of Arkansas, Fayetteville, to reconfigure the Master of Science in Counseling in the Department of Rehabilitation, Human Resources, and Communication Disorders within the College of Education and Health Professions, by adding concentrations in (1) Addiction Counseling and (2) Rehabilitation Counseling and making a major revision to the curriculum is hereby approved.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED THAT the revision of an existing education program within the concentration of School Counseling to meet licensure requirements is hereby approved.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED THAT the proposal to delete the Master of Science m Rehabilitation is hereby approved.



UNIVERSITY OF ARKANAS, FAYETTEVILLE

Master of Science in Counseling with concentrations in (1) School Counseling and (2) Clinical Mental Health Counseling






3. TITLE(S) OF DEGREE PROGRAMS TO BE CONSOLIDATED I RECONFIGURED:

Master of Science in Counseling with concentrations in (1) School Counseling and (2) Clinical Mental Health Counseling


Master of Science in Counseling with concentrations in (1) School Counseling, (2) Clinical Mental Health Counseling, and adding concentrations in (3) Rehabilitation Counseling, and ( 4) Addiction Counseling.


6.

Fall2018


Recently, the Council on Rehabilitation Education, Inc. (CORE) merged with the Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Education Professions (CACREP). Thus, the Master of Science in Rehabilitation was deleted with a previous request and will now be offered as a concentration in Rehabilitation Counseling within the Master of Science in Counseling.

Additionally, the CACREP standards have changed to require 60 credit hours for the Master of Science in Counseling. In order to meet this accreditation standard, we are proposing adding the needed coursework to meet this requirement for school counseling. The additional classes are already offered as a part of the Clinical Mental Health

concentration and will also enable school counselors to be eligible for licensure as mental health counselors in the state of Arkansas.

Finally, we would like to add a new CACREP concentration in addiction counseling. This new concentration will be the only program of this sort in Arkansas and will be a very marketable program. We are also changing our Core Curriculum courses from 27 to 36 hours so that all four concentrations will take the same 36 core hours and then have 24 hours for each concentration. The MS in Counseling program enrollment has been stable over the past five years with an average enrollment of 69 students. Graduation rates have steadily increased from 15 students in 2013 to 27 students in 2017. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, opportunities for mental health counselors, substance abuse, and behavioral disorder counselors employment prospects are expected to increase 20% between 2016 and 2026, much faster than average for all occupations (https://www.bls.gov/ooh/community-and-social-service/substance-abuse-behavioraldisorder-and-mental-health-counselors.htm). School and career counselor positions will increase by 11 % (https://www.bls.gov/ooh/ community-and-social-service/school-andcareer-counselors.htm). Rehabilitation counselors will grow by 10% during this same time.


This reconfiguration includes two new concentrations and a major rev1s10n of the curriculum (more than 15 credit hours). The program will remain in the Department of Rehabilitation, Human Resources, and Communication Disorders. Therefore, no funds will be reallocated.


The program is offered on-campus.


The benchmark institutions for the MS in Counseling program include: Auburn University Idaho State University Michigan State University Mississippi State University Ohio State University University of Alabama University of Florida University of Georgia

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CNSLAf..(,-SCHC; MS. in Counseling, School Counseling Concentration

Reyisiop of Existing Education Programs - (LONE Revision and ADE Program Proposal submitted to ADHE) Note: This LON is.for existing programs on(v. For new programs,

submit a Letter of Intent and ADE Program Proposal/or New Licensure Programs



2. DATE SUBMITTED:

9-25-2017

3. CONT ACT PERSONffITLE:


4. REVISED PROGRAM EFFECTIVE DATE:

Fall 2018

5. CURRENT PROGRAM TITLE:

CNSLMS-SCHC; M.S. in Counseling, School Counseling Concentration

6. REVISED PROGRAM TITLE:

CNSLMS-SCHC; M.S. in Counseling, School Counseling Concentration

7. DEGREE OR AWARD LEVEL (B.S., M.A.T., POST-BACCALAUREATE, GRADUATE, ETC.):

M.S.

8. IS THIS PROGRAM INTENDED TO PREPARE CANDIDA TES FOR EDUCATOR LICENSURE'? X YES

School Counseling P-1 2

9. IND I CA TE lF COURSES/PROGRAM OF STUDY WILL BE OFFERED FOR DISTANCE DELIVERY:

No


Master of Science in Rehabilitation







Fall 2018

4. TITLE OF CERTIFICATE, DEGREE PROGRAM, OPTION I EMPHASIS / CONCENTRATION, OR ORGANIZATIONAL UNIT:

Master of Science in Rehabilitation


The professional accrediting entities that oversee academic programs, the Council on Rehabilitation Education (CORE) and the Council for Accreditation of Counseling & Related Programs (CACREP) have merged; as such, the distinct professions of Rehabilitation Counseling and Counseling no longer exist. Rehabilitation Counseling is now a specialization within the larger profession of Counseling. Commensurately, academic programs are henceforth required to mirror this professional merger, rehabilitation counseling programs will no longer be free-standing programs but tracks with larger counseling programs. CACREP will accredit these programs moving forward. To comply with CACREP standards the master's program in rehabilitation is merging into the master's program in counseling.


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May, 2021

8. PROVIDE CURRICULUM FOR DELETED CERTIFICATE, DEGREE, OPTION, EMPHASIS, CONCENTRATION, MINOR, OR ORGANIZATIONAL UNIT.

Requirements for the Master of Science Degree in Rehabilitation: Candidates for the general master's degree and both tracks must complete 48 semester hours. Students select the practicum, internships, and electives with the permission of their adviser, according to their

specialty emphasis track. A thesis may be included within any of the tracks. Students may complete an additional 12 hours of course work to qualify for counseling licensure.

The general program in vocational rehabilitation (48 hours) stresses the skills of case management and vocational counseling with people who are disabled. The rehabilitation job development and job placement track emphasizes case management and life planning for people with disabilities who may not be ready for vocational planning. All students in the vocational rehabilitation program complete a practicum and internship in a vocational rehabilitation complete a practicum and internship in an independent living center, or community service provider that specializes in independent living. The Rehabilitation Education and Research Program does not conduct comprehensive examinations. In lieu of comprehensive exams, students are required to take and pass the Certified Rehabilitation Counselor examination (CRC) from the Commission on Rehabilitation Counselor Certification (CRCC). Students must arrange for the documentation of the exam scores to be sent to the department. Failure to pass the examination will result in the student having to repeat the examination and therefore delay graduation by at least one semester.

Students should also be aware of Graduate School requirements with regard to master's degrees.


As this degree program is merging into the Counseling Master's program no courses will be deleted.


Likewise, as this degree program is merging into the Counseling Master' s program all the Rehabilitation course offerings will remain and students admitted into and currently enrolled in the M.S. in Rehabilitation program will be able to complete their coursework and graduate unimpeded. Students will have until May 2021 to complete M.S. in Rehabilitation degree program. If they are not able to graduate by then, they will have an option to switch to the M.S. in Counseling degree program with Rehabilitation Counseling concentration, and complete the degree requirements of that program (60 hours, including 36 hours in counseling core and 24 hours in rehabilitation counseling concentration).


None; as this degree program is merging into the Counseling Master's program, faculty, course offerings, and student enrollment will remain the same; as such, program fund utilization will remain constant.

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Item 12: Approval of a Proposal to Create a Bachelor of Arts in Dance by Reconfiguring the Existing Bachelor of Fine Arts in Dance, UALR (Action)

APPROVAL OF A PROPOSAL TO CREATE A BACHELOR OF ARTS IN DANCE BY

RECONFIGURING THE EXISTING BACHELOR OF FINE ARTS IN DANCE, UALR (ACTION)

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March 19, 2018




Chancellor Andrew Rogerson, University of Arkansas at Little Rock, has requested approval to create a Bachelor of Arts in Dance by reconfiguring the existing Bachelor of Fine Arts in Dance. A summary of the proposal is attached.

The proposed Bachelor of Arts in Dance will give more students the opportunity to graduate with a degree in Dance. Dance as a program of study has far-reaching and timely relevance; however, the Bachelor of Fine Arts in Dance, with a focus on technique and performance, is not suited for everyone. Students have been turned away from the Bachelor of Fine Arts due to the performance rigor required of the degree. The Bachelor of Arts program requires mastery while allowing for greater flexibility of choice in technique and level advancement. Graduates with a Bachelor of Arts in dance will be prepared to become part of a creative workforce with superior training in collaborative endeavor, self-discipline, and critical evaluation skills.


Sincerely,

Donald R. Bobbitt President

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Charles E. Scharlau Presidential Leadership Chair

Attachments


University o f Arkansas, Fayetteville / University of Arkansas at Little Rock / U niversity of Arkansas at Pinc Bluff University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences/ University of Arkansas at Monticello / Division of Agricultu re / Criminal Justice Institute

Arkansas Archeo logical Survey / Phillips Comrnunity College of the Uni versity of Arkansas/ U niversity of Arbnsas Comrnunity College at Hope Univcrsitv of Arkansas Community College at Batesville/ C:ossarot Community College of the University of Arkansas

University of Arkansas Cornmunitv College at Mo rrilton / University of Arkansas at Fort Smith Arkansas School ti,r Mathcrnatics, Sciences and the Arts / University of Arkansas Clinton School of Public Service / University of Arkansas Svstem cVcrsity

The Univasit)' 1if'Arlmnsas ism, equal opportunity/riffirmative action institution.

RESOLUTION

BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE UNIVERSITY OF ARKANSAS THAT the proposal of the University of Arkansas at Little Rock to create a Bachelor of Arts in Dance by reconfiguring the existing Bachelor of Fine Arts in Dance is hereby approved.



UNIVERSITY OF ARKANSAS AT LITTLE ROCK

Bachelor of Fine Arts in Dance

RECONFIGURATION OF EXISTING DEGREE PROGRAMS Modification to Create New Degree (75% of coursework from existing degree)




Stephanie Thibeault, Associate Professor

3. TITLE(S) OF DEGREE PROGRAMS TO BE MODIFIED:

Bachelor of Fine Arts in Dance

4. PROPOSED TITLE OF MODIFIED PROGRAM:

Bachelor of Arts in Dance

5. PROPOSED EFFECTIVE DATE(TERM/YEAR):

Fall2018

6. REASON FOR PROPOSED CONSOLIDATION/RECONFIGURATION:

Dance as a program of study has far-reaching and timely relevance; however, the B.F.A., with its focus on technique and performance, is not best suited for everyone. The proposed B.A. in Dance requires mastery while allowing for greater flexibility of choice in dance technique and level advancement. The B.A. in Dance promotes interdisciplinary connections, and bridges other topics of study with dance perspectives. Graduates with the B.A. in Dance will be prepared to become part of a creative workforce with superior training in collaborative endeavor, self-discipline, and critical evaluation skills. The curriculum for the B.A. degree in dance utilizes existing courses, faculty, and resources to provide students an additional track through which to attain a bachelor's degree in dance.

7. REQUIRED CORE COURSES:

The prerequisite for DANC 3330, Dance Science & Kinesiology, is either BIOL 1433, Essentials of Anatomy & Physiology, or BI0L1401 , Science of Biology, both of which are from the university's list of core science courses. While not a single

specific course, this prerequisite is the closest we have to a "required" course from the core curriculum.

8. NEW COURSES:

DANC 4198 - B.A. Senior Project Prerequisite: Senior standing and permission of dance faculty. Research project integrating dance with another area of study (minor, second major, or other approved discipline). One credit hour.

DANC 4197 -Internship Prerequisites: Junior or senior standing, permission of dance faculty. The internship is designed to provide an immersive hands-on experience during which the student will focus on performance, choreography, production, educational outreach, or management with a professional dance or theatre company. The majority of the internship will be spent on site and according to the company's schedule. Assignments will be determined by the management in consultation with the department coordinator. One credit hour.

9. WILL THE PROPOSED DEGREE BE OFFERED ON-CAMPUS, OFFCAMPUS, OR VIA DISTANCE DELIVERY?

ON-CAMPUS


* University of Iowa - Iowa City, IA * Wichita State University - Wichita, KS SUNY - Brockport - Brockport, NY University of Maryland- College Park, MD

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Item 13: Approval of a Proposal to Delete TwentyFive (25) Non Viable Degree Programs, UALR (Action)

APPROVAL OF A PROPOSAL TO DELETE TWENTYFIVE (25) NON VIABLE DEGREE PROGRAMS, UALR

(ACTION)

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In September 2017, the Arkansas Department of Higher Education released a report on program viability with graduation data from AY 2013-2015. The University of Arkansas at Little Rock conducted an additional internal viability study with graduation data from A Y 2015-2017 resulting in twenty-five programs identified as not meeting viability standards. Chancellor Andrew Rogerson is now requesting approval to delete the following programs:

1. MA Second Languages 2. MS Integrated Sciences & Mathematics 3. GC Mathematics Education 4. CP Electronic Journalism 5. CP Media Production & Design 6. GC Strategic Communication 7. GC Curriculum/Program Administration and Supervision 8. GC Gifted Education 9. MS Health, Human Performance & Sports Management 10. BSE Middle Level Education 11. GC Rehabilitation Counseling 12. GC Superintendency 13. GC Teaching Advanced Placement 14. MEd Special Education K-12 15. EdS Educational Administration 16. GC Marriage & Family Therapy 17. BSE Early Childhood Education 18. MEd Middle Childhood Education 19. CP Accounting 20. BBA Advertising/Public Relations 21. GC Systems Engineering 22. GC Technology Innovation 23. CP User Experience Design & Web/Mobile Development 24. BM Performance 25 . BBA General Business


Universi ty of Arkansas, Fayetteville / University of Arkansas at Little Rock / University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff University of Arkansc1s for Medical Sciences/ University of Arkansas at Monticello / Divisio n of Agricu lture / Criminal Justice Institu te

Arkansas Archcological Survey/ Phillips Community College o f the University of Arkansas / University of Arkansas Community College at Hope University of Arkansas Community College at Batesville / Cossa rot Community College of the University of Arkansas

University of Arkansas Communitv College at Mo rrilton / University of Arkansas at Fort Smith Arkansas School for ,vlathematics, Sciences and the Arts / University of Arkansas C linto n School of Public Service / University of Arkansas System eVcrsity

The UniJ1crsity of Arkansas is an equal opportunity/affirrnati J!e action institution.

Academic and Student Affairs Committee March 19, 2018 Page 2 of2

No faculty or staff positions will be affected by these deletions, and students presently enrolled in these programs will have the opportunity to complete their studies through carefully planned teach-outs.


Sincerely,


Attachments

RESOLUTION

BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE UNIVERSITY OF ARKANSAS THAT the proposal of the University of Arkansas at Little Rock to delete the programs as set forth below is hereby approved.

1. MA Second Languages 2. MS Integrated Sciences &

Mathematics 3. GC Mathematics Education 4. CP Electronic Journalism 5. CP Media Production & Design 6. GC Strategic Communication 7. GC Curriculum/Program

Administration and Supervision 8. GC Gifted Education 9. MS Health, Human Performance &

Sports Management 10. BSE Middle Level Education 11 . GC Rehabilitation Counseling 12. GC Superintendency

13. GC Teaching Advanced Placement 14. MEd Special Education K-12 15. EdS Educational Administration 16. GC Marriage & Family Therapy 17. BSE Early Childhood Education 18. MEd Middle Childhood Education 19. CP Accounting 20. BBA Advertising/Public Relations 21. GC Systems Engineering 22. GC Technology Innovation 23. CP User Experience Design &

Web/Mobile Development 24. BM Performance 25. BBA General Business


Item 14: Approval to Add an Associate of Applied Science in Unmanned Aerial Systems, UAFS (Action)

APPROVAL TO ADD AN ASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCE IN UNMANNED AERIAL SYSTEMS, UAFS

(ACTION)

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Ul\ UNIVERSITY OF ARKANSAS SYSTEM


March 19, 2018




Chancellor Paul B. Beran, University of Arkansas at Fort Smith, has requested approval to add an Associate of Applied Science in Unmanned Aerial Systems.

The proposed Associate of Applied Science in Unmanned Aerial Systems will support existing and prospective industry uses of unmanned aerial systems. The technology and training being taught within the program will impact a broad range of industries that include but are not limited to the following: utilities, construction, mining, timber, farming/agriculture, surveying, retail, and search and rescue. The Associate of Applied Science in Unmanned Aerial Systems will include two concentration areas: Unmanned Aerial Systems - Operations, and Unmanned Aerial Systems - Analyst. Currently, there is no degree of this type in Arkansas.



Attachments


University of Arkansas, Fayettevi lle / University of Arkansas at Little Rock / University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences / University of Arkansas at Monticello / Division of Agriculture / Criminal Justice Institute

Arbnsas Archeological Survey / Phillips Community College o f the Un iversity of Arkansas/ Universitv of Arkansas Communitv College at Hope University of Arkansas Community College at Batesville/ Cossatot Community College of the University of Arkansas

University of Arkansas Community College at Morrilton / University of Arkansas at Fort Smith Arkansas School for Mathc,narics, Sciences and the Arts/ Uniwrsity of Arkansas Clinton School of Public Service / Univcrsirv of Arkansas System eVersity

The Uni JJersity of Arkansas is rm equal opportunity/affirmatiJJe action institution.

RESOLUTION

BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE UNIVERSITY OF ARKANSAS THAT the proposal of the University of Arkansas at Fort Smith to add an Associate of Applied Science in Unmanned Aerial Systems is hereby approved.



UNIVERSITY OF ARKANSAS AT FORT SMITH

Associate of Applied Science in Unmanned Aerial Systems

NEW DEGREE PROGRAM

1. PROPOSED PROGRAM TITLE:

Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S.), Unmanned Aerial Systems

2. PROPOSED STARTING DATE:

Fall2018

3. CONTACT PERSONS:

Georgia Hale, Ph.D., Provost and Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs Ken Warden, Ed.D., Dean, College of Applied Science and Technology

4. PROGRAM SUMMARY:

Request to implement an Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S.) in Unmanned Aerial Systems to support existing and prospective industry uses of unmanned aerial systems. There currently exists no degree of this type in Arkansas. UAFS will use a comprehensive approach in program development and instruction that incorporates unmanned aerial vehicle operations, maintenance, regulations, data collection, and data analytics. This program will not address one particular industry need, but address the technology and its uses across many industries, offering coursework that is transferable and has multiple industry applications. The A.A.S. in Unmanned Aerial Systems will have two concentration areas: Unmanned Aerial Systems - Operations; and Unmanned Aerial Systems - Analyst.

Curriculum additions required to deliver this program are directly related to the field of study and include the following course titles: GIS Analysis, Geodatabase Design, Raster Analysis, UAS Remote Sensing, Introduction to Unmanned Systems, UAS Pilot Flight Operations, UAS Computer Hardware, UAS Maintenance, Multi-Rotor Flight Lab, FixedWing Flight Lab, and UAS Aerial Imaging.

Periodical, trade journal, and database subscriptions required to deliver this program currently exist within the University. No additional library resources will be required.

This program will require one additional faculty member and approximately $60,000 of new equipment purchases within the first two years. It is expected that this program will be revenue positive in the third year of operation.

Program areas currently offered at UAFS that will be leveraged to support this program include the A.A.Sin Electronics Technology, the A.A.S. in Computer Graphic Technology, as well as core general education offerings.

5. CURRICULUM:

Courses by category (general education/core) U nll!anne~ A!rial Syste,ms

' '

Associate of A.pp lied Scien~e De2ree ·•·

State General Education Core A.A.S. Requirements (16 Hours) ENGLISH COMPOSITION (6 Hours) Select a two course sequence: ENGL 1203 Composition I and ENGL 1213 Composition II ENGL 1233 Honors Composition and RHET 2863 Advanced Composition MATHEMATICS (3 Hours) MA TH 1403 College Algebra COMPUTER FOUNDATIONS (4 Hours) CGT 1004 Introduction to Geographic Information Systems- course will count in the major's GPA. SOCIAL SCIENCES (3 Hours) GEOG 2753 World Regional Geography Total State Gelleral Education Hours: 16 ' Major Requirements (37 Hours) b ·····

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Core requirements (16 hours) CGT 1104 GPS Mapping Fundamentals CGT 2343 UAS Remote Sensing UAS 1003 Introduction to Unmanned Systems UAS 1143 UAS Pilot Flight Operations U AS 244 3 U AS Aerial Imaging Operations Concentration (21 hours) ELEC 1233 Fundamentals of Electricity ELEC 1242 Introduction to Electronics Technology ELEC 1353 Electrical Circuits and Components UAS 1213 Computer Hardware U AS 2113 U AS Maintenance UAS 2124 Multi-Rotor Flight Lab UAS 2243 Fixed-Wing Flight Lab Analyst Concentration (21 hours) MA TH 1453 Plane Trigonometry CGT 2003 GIS Analysis CGT 2123 Geodatabase Design CGT 2204 Land Surveying and Information Systems CGT 2223 Raster Analysis CS 1014 Foundations of Programming I IT A 1201 Computer - Database

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Additional Degree Requirements (7 Hours) ....

Required: SPCH 1203 Introduction to Speech Communication Select one lab science from the following:

GEOL 1253/1251 Physical Geology/Lab or PHSC 2653/265 1 Earth Science/Lab Total Hours: 60 ••

6. NEW PROGRAM COSTS:

New program costs are included in Appendi~ A.

7. SOURCES OF PROGRAM FUNDING:

Sources of funding are included in Appendix A.

8. SPECIALIZED REQUIREMENTS:

The proposed program will require a dedicated server and GPS equipment. These items will be addressed through configuration changes and repurposing of existing resources within UAFS.

9 SIMILAR PROGRAMS:

There are currently no existing similar programs within Arkansas.

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APPENDIX A - New Program Costs & Sources of Funding

ESTIMATED EXPENSES

INSTITUTION NAME: University of Arkansas - Fort Snith PROPOSED PROGRAM: Associate of Applied Science in Unmanned Aerial Systems

ITEM EXPENSE YEAR 1 YEAR2 YEAR3

# CATEGORY NEW FYE

# FYE REALLOCATION # FYE EXPENSES TOTAL TOTAL # FYE TOTAL # FYE TOTAL

I. INSTRUCTION (FT salaries increase 2.5%/yr)

A . ADMINISTRATIVE

Reallocation-Dean (Supen.isory nme) 0.05 6,987.00 - 0.05 6,987.00 0.05 8,733.75 0.05 10,917.19

B . FACULTY

Part-time Facultv

New (At $650/Hrs .)

Reallocation 0.50 9,750.00 - 0.50 9,750.00 0.50 12,187.50 0.50 15,234.38

Full-time Facultv

New 1.00 80,000.00 1.00 80,000.00 1.00 100,000.00 1.00 125,000.00

Reallocation - -TOTAL FACULTY 0.50 9,750.00 1.00 80,000.00 1.50 89,750.00 1.50 112,187.50 1.50 140,234.38

C. GRADUATE STUDENTS - - - - - - - - -

D. ADMINISTRATIVE/CLERICAL

Reallocation - Dean's Assistant 0.10 2,856.00 - 0.10 2,856.00 0 .1 0 3,570.00 0.10 4,462.50

E . OTHER (Student Labor) - - - - - -

SUBTOTAL LABOR 0.65 19,593.00 1.00 80,000.00 1.65 99 ,593.00 1.65 124,491.25 1.65 155,614.06 ., F . FRINGE BENEFITS @ 30% 5,877.90 p 24,000.00 29,877.90 37,347.38 46,684.22

SUBTOTAL PERSONNEL 0.65 25,470.90 1.00 104,000.00 1.65 129,470.90 1.65 161,838.63 1.65 202,298.28 ) •• 3•

ACADEMIC SUPPORT •> I'-II. n

A . FACULTY RESEARCH - - - -B. FACULTY DEVELOPMENT

.. - 1,500.00 1,500.00 1,500.00 2,000.00 ~

C. LIBRARY ,u - 2,000.00

SUBTOTAL ACADEMIC SUPPORT • - 1,500.00 1,500.00 1,500.00 4,000 .00

•• Ill. MAINTENANCE & OPERATION

A . INSTRUCTIONAL EQUIPMENT 15,000.00 15,000.00 45,000.00 -

B . OFFICE/CLERICAL EQUIPMENT - - ..

C. INSTRUCTIONAL SUPPLIES 1,000.00 1,000.00 1,000.00 1,000.00

D. OFFICE/CLERICAL SUPPLIES 500.00 500.00 500.00 500.00

E . TRAVEL 1,000.00 1,000.00 t? 1,000.00 1,000.00

F. OTHER - •> - ") . ..

SUBTOTAL MAINT & OPER .') 17,500.00 17,500.00 t 47,500.00 2,500.00

t IV. FACILITIES (costs increase at 3% yr) -

Reallocated Building Space - 2500 sq ft ...

A . CONSTRUCTION/RENOVATION • ,. - - -

B. UTILITIES - per sq ft $1.75 2,500 4,375.00 - 4,375.00 4,506.25 4,641.44

C. MAINTENANCE per sq ft $3.75 2,500 9,375.00 ''.\. - 9,375.00 \y 9,656.25 \

9,945.94

SUBTOTAL FACILITIES 13,750.00 •t

13,750.00 14,162.50 14,587.38

TOTAL ESTIMATED EXPENSES 0.65 39,220.90 1.00 123,000.00 1.65 162,220.90 1.65 225,001.13 1.65 223,385.66

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ESTIMATED REVENUE

INSTITUTION NAME: University of Arkansas - Fort Smith PROPOSED PROGRAM: Associate of Applied Science in Unmanned Aerial Systems

ITEM SOURCE YEAR 1 YEAR2 YEAR3

# OF FUNDS NEW REALLOCATION REVENUES TOTAL TOTAL TOTAL

I. UNRESTRICTED FUNDS

A. STATE GENERAL REVENUE - - -

FY18 Forecast di~ded by Fall FY17 FTE $ Per FTE $4,812

Tuition/Fee rate increased 3% per year 48,118.26 - 48,118.26 96,237 144,355

Probability of recei~ng state funds = to workload 0% 0% 0% 0%

Weighted state funding 0 0 0 0

B. TUITION AND FEES - 78,191 .00 78,191 .00 161 ,073.46 248,858.50

C. OTHER LOCAL INCOME - - - - -

SUBTOTAL UNRESTRICTED FUNDS - 78,191.00 78,191.00 161,073.46 248,858.50

II. RESTRICTED FUNDS

A. FEDERAL - - - - -

B. PRIVATE GIFTS/GRANTS - - - - -C. ENDOWMENT FUNDS - - - - -

D. OTHER RESTRICTED FUNDS - - - - --

SUBTOTAL RESTRICTED FUNDS - - - - -TOTAL ESTIMATED REVENUES 0.00 78,191.00 78,191 .00 161 ,073.46 248,858.50

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TUITION/ FEES/ FTE

Tuition/Fee rate increased 3°~_PE:r year

INSTITUTION NAME: I University of Arkansas - Fort Smith PROPOSED PRO-GRAM: !Associate-of Applied Science in Unmanned ~rial System

YEAR 1

IN-STATE

OUT-OF-STATE

Enrollment Estimate = 10

Annual FTE Tuition/Fees* P~oportion

6,935

15,776

90%

10%

FTE Share YEAR 1

9

1

Year 1 Tuition/Fee Revenue Estimate 10

Weighted Tuition/Fee Rate Per Year Per FTE Student

YEAR2 Enrollment Estimate= 20

Annual FTE FTE Share 1

FTE Tuition $

62,415.00

15,776.00

78,191.00

7,819.10

Tuition/Fees* Proportion YEAR 2 FTE Tuition $

IN-STATE

OUT-OF-STATE

Year 2 Tuition/Fee Revenue Estimate

7,143

16,249

90%

10%


18

2

20

128,574.90

32,498.56

161 ,073.46

8,053.67

YEAR3 Enrollment Estimate = 30

Annual FTE FTE Share , Tuition/Fees* Proportion YEAR3 FTE Tuition $

IN-STATE 7,357 90% 27 198,648.22

OUT-OF-STATE 16,737 10% 3 50,210.28

Year 3 Tuition/Fee Revenue Estimate 30 248,858.50


* k. reported to ADHE in the Series 18 report. Reflects mandatory tuition and fee revenue based on an assumed 30 SSCH , the equivalent of one FTE student. Reflects both E&G and Auxil iary revenue. - .

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Item 15: Consideration of Request for Approval of Proposals to Delete Five Programs, CCCUA (Action)

CONSIDERATION OF REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF PROPOSALS TO DELETE FIVE PROGRAMS, CCCUA

(ACTION)

15



March 19, 2018




Chancellor Steve Cole, Cossatot Community College of the University of Arkansas, requests approval to delete five non-viable programs as follows:

• Associate of Applied Technology: Teaching Degree • Associate of Applied Science in Engineering Technology • Certificate of Proficiency, Technical Certificate and Associate of Applied Science

Degree in Law Enforcement Administration • Certificate of Proficiency, Technical Certificate and Associate of Applied Science m

Crime Scene Investigation • Technical Certificate in Residential Construction Technology

No faculty or staff positions will be affected by these deletions, and there are no students currently enrolled in any of these programs.


Sincerely,

~ - •. ao r<. A~~-· Donald R. Bobbitt President Charles E. Scharlau Presidential Leadership Chair

Attachments

2404 North University Avenue/ Little Rock, Arkansas 72207-3608 / 501-686-2505

University of Arkansas, F,1yerrcville / University of Arkansas at Little Rock / University of Arkansas at Pinc Bluff Un iversity of Arkansas for i'vlcdical Sciences / University of Arkansas at Monticello/ Division of Agriculture / Criminal J usticc Institute

Arkansas Archeologic1l Survey/ Phillips Community College of the University of Arkansas/ Un iversity of Arkansas Community College at Hope Univcrsitv of Arkansas Co111111u11ity College at Batesville/ Cossatot Community College of the University of Arkansas

Unive rsity of Arkansas Co111111unity College at Morrilton / Un ive rsity of Arkansas at fort Smith Arkansas School fo r Mathe111atics, Scirnces and the Arts / Un ive rsity of Arkansas C linton School of Public Service/ University of Arkansas System eVersity

171c University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity/ajfirmatiJJe action institution.

RESOLUTION

BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE UNIVERSITY OF ARKANSAS THAT the proposal of Cossatot Community College of the University of Arkansas to delete the non-viable programs set forth below is hereby approved.

• Associate of Applied Technology: Teaching Degree • Associate of Applied Science in Engineering Technology • Certificate of Proficiency, Technical Certificate and Associate of Applied

Science Degree in Law Enforcement Administration • Certificate of Proficiency, Technical Certificate and Associate of Applied

Science in Crime Scene Investigation • Technical Certificate in Residential Construction Technology


COSSATOT COMMUNITY COLLEGE OF THE UNIVERSITY OF ARKANSAS

Associate of Applied Technology: Teaching





Ashley Aylett, Vice Chancellor for Academic Services


August 2018 (Fall 2018 semester)

4. TITLE OF CERTIFICATE, DEGREE PROGRAM, OPTION, EMPHASIS, CONCENTRATION, MINOR, OR ORGANIZATIONAL UNIT:

AAT: Teaching


This program has been inactive for a number of years and we feel it is time to fully delete the program from our program inventory. This program was removed for all schools statewide several years ago.


Zero


n/a


Since this program has been inactive for a lengthy amount of time, we no longer have the curriculum on fi le.


None.


n/a


Associate of Applied Science: Engineering Technology









Associate of Applied Science: Engineering Technology


This program has been inactive for a number of years and we feel it is time to fully delete the program from our program inventory. At this point, we have no plans of reactivating the program.


Zero


Since this program has been inactive for a lengthy amount of time, we no longer have the curriculum on file.


No courses are currently being offered within this program.


NIA


Law Enforcement Administration







January 2019 (Spring 2019 semester)


Certificate of Proficiency: Law Enforcement Administration Technical Certificate: Law Enforcement Administration Associate of Applied of Science: Law Enforcement Administration


We have had very few students express interest or enroll in these programs, largely due to the manner in which the programs are set up. These programs continue to remain on the non-viable list for us.


Zero


NIA


This program operates as a partnership through the Criminal Justice Institute. The curriculum is outlined on the CJI side rather than CCCUA.


No courses offered at CCCUA will be deleted.


NIA


Crime Scene Investigation







January 2019 (Spring 2019 semester)


Certificate of Proficiency: Crime Scene Investigation Technical Certificate: Crime Scene Investigation Associate of Applied of Science: Crime Scene Investigation


We have had very few students express interest or enroll in these programs, largely due to the manner in which the programs are set up. These programs continue to remain on the nonviable list for us.


Zero


This program operates as a partnership through the Criminal Justice Institute. The curriculum is outlined through CJI rather than CCCUA.


No courses offered at CCCUA will be deleted.


NIA


Residential Construction Technology




2. CONT ACT PERSONffITLE:





Technical Certificate: Residential Construction Technology


This program has been inactive for a number of years and we feel it is time to fully delete the program from our program inventory. At this point, we have no plans of reactivating the program.


Zero


Since this program has been inactive for a lengthy amount of time, we no longer have the curriculum on file.


No courses are currently being offered within this program.


NIA

Item 16: Consideration of Request for Approval of Proposals to Add Three New Programs Transferred From the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, UA-PTC (Action)

CONSIDERATION OF REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF PROPOSALS TO ADD THREE NEW PROGRAMS

TRANSFERRED FROM THE UNIVERSITY OF ARKANSAS FOR MEDICAL SCIENCES, UA-PTC

(ACTION)

16


Ojjzce of the President

March 19, 2018




As part of a negotiated transfer, the programs listed below were previously approved by the Board for transfer from the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences to the University of Arkansas -Pulaski Technical College. These programs were also approved to be deleted from the program inventory at UAMS. Chancellor Margaret A. Ellibee, University of Arkansas - Pulaski Technical College, is now requesting approval to add the listed programs to UA-PTC's inventory, as new programs, effective fall 2019. Additionally, it is noted that UAMS will transfer seven full time faculty members to UA-PTC as part of this negotiated transfer of programs.

• Associate of Science: Health Information Technology (HIT) • Surgical Technology: Associate of Science, Technical Certificate and Certificate of

Proficiency • Emergency Medical Science-Paramedic: Associate of Science, Technical Certificate and

Certificate of Proficiency (Technician)

The proposal has received the necessary campus approvals. If enrollment and budget goals have not been met upon evaluation of the programs after five years, the programs will be discontinued. I concur with this recommendation and have attached a resolution for your consideration.

Sincerely,


Attachments

2404 North Uni versity Avenue/ Little Rock, Arkansas 72207-3608 / 501 -686-2505

University of Arkansas, Fayetteville/ University of Arbnsas at Little Rock/ University of Arkansas at Pinc Bluff University of Arkansas fo,· Medical Sciences/ University of Arbnsc1s at Monticello/ Division of Agriculture/ Crimi ml Justice Institute

Arkans,is Archeologica l Survcv / Phillips Community College of the University of Arkansas/ University of Arkansas Community College at Hope University ofArbnsas Con111111nity College at Batesville / C:ossatot Community College of the University of Arkansas

Un iversity of Arkansas Community College at Morrilton / University of Arkansas ,n Fort Smith Arkansas School for Mathematics , Sciences and the Arts/ Un iversity of Arkansas Clinton School of Public Service / Univcrsirv of Arkans,s System eVcrsity

'/'he UniJJcrsity of Arkansas is an equal opportunity/afftrmatiJJc action institution.

RESOLUTION

BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE UNIVERSITY OF ARKANSAS THAT the proposal of the University of Arkansas - Pulaski Technical College, to add the new programs set forth below, effective fall 2019, is hereby approved.

• Associate of Science: Health Information Technology (HIT) • Surgical Technology: Associate of Science, Technical Certificate and Certificate

of Proficiency • Emergency Medical Science-Paramedic: Associate of Science, Technical

Certificate and Certificate of Proficiency (Technician)



Item 17: Consideration of Request for Approval of a Proposal to Offer a Certificate of Proficiency in Programming/Coding and Mobile Development, PCCUA (Action)

CONSIDERATION OF REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF A PROPOSAL TO OFFER A CERTIFICATE OF

PROFICIENCY IN PROGRAMMING/CODING AND MOBILE DEVELOPMENT, PCCUA (ACTION)

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March 19, 2018




Chancellor Keith Pinchback, Phillips Community College of the University of Arkansas, has requested approval to add a Certificate of Proficiency in Programming/Coding and Mobile Development as part of the pathway toward an Associate of Applied Science in Information Systems Technology.

The Certificate of Proficiency in Programming/Coding and Mobile Development completes the Information Systems Technology Associate of Arts degree career pathway and aligns with the College' s "Guided Pathways" and "Fifteen to Finish" efforts toward improving retention and completion. This program will give students an opportunity to develop skills in the most commonly used forms of programming for business applications and web applications.


Sincerely,


Attachments


University of Arkansas, favettcville / University of Arkansas at Little Rock / University of Arkansas at Pinc Bluff University of Arkans.1s for tvlcdical Sciences/ University of Arkansas at Monticello / Division of Agricul ture / Criminal Justice Institute

Arkansas Archcological Survey / Phillips Community College of the University of Arkansas/ University o f Arkansas Community College at Hope University of Arkansas Community College at Batesville / Cossa rot Communirv College of the Univcrsiry of Arkansas

University of Arkansas Comm unity Col lege at Morrilton / U nivcrsiry of Arkansas at Fort Smith Arkansas School for Mathe,mtics, Sciences ,rnd the Arts / Universiry of Arkansas Clinton School of Public Service / University of Arkansas System eVersity

7hc University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity/affirmative action institution.

RESOLUTION

BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE UNIVERSITY OF ARKANSAS THAT the proposal of Phillips Community College of the University of Arkansas to add a Certificate of Proficiency in Programming/Coding and Mobile Development is hereby approved.



PHILLIPS COMMUNITY COLLEGE OF THE UNIVERSITY OF ARKANSAS

Certificate of Proficiency in Programming/Coding and Mobile Development

UNDERGRADUATE CERTIFICATE PROGRAM (6-21 SEMESTER CREDIT HOURS)




Dr. Deborah King


May 2018

4. NAME OF PROPOSED UNDERGRADUATE CERTIFICATE PROGRAM:

Certificate of Proficiency in Programming/Coding and Mobile Development

5. REASON FOR PROPOSED PROGRAM IMPLEMENTATION:

A Certificate of Proficiency in Programming/Coding and Mobile Development will give students an opportunity to develop applications in the most commonly used forms of programming for business and the web. The students will develop a broad range of highly marketable skills. The Programming/Coding and Mobile Development certificate will be composed of a subset of the AAS degree in Information Systems Technology. These core courses provide students with a solid foundation in computer programming and expanded career choices in computer science and information technology. Coding is the foundation of programming and technology in this program, and it assures students have the appropriate courses to use code sequence and understand the basics of computer science, operating systems, software development, web design, and data base management. The courses included in this CP provide a building block for the Associate of Applied Science in Computer Information Systems.

6. PROVIDE THE FOLLOWING: a. Curriculum outline - List of courses in new program - Underline required courses

CT 113 (CPSI 1003) Introduction to Computer Information Systems (3 hrs. lee., 3 credits) CT 164 Intro to Programming/Coding in Visual Basic (4 hrs. lee., 4 credits) Prerequisite: CT 113 (CPSI 1003) CT 233 Programming/Coding for Web Design I (3 hrs. lee., 3 credits) CT 264 Programming/Coding in C# (3 hrs. lee., 3 hrs. lab, 4 credits) CT 263 Coding in Java Script (3 hrs. lee., 3 credits)

b. Total semester credit hours required for proposed program (Program range: 6-21 semester credit hours): 17 credit hours

c. New courses and new course descriptions There will be no new courses but there will be three modified course descriptions and three modifications in course names. These have been identified in the descriptions provided below. The primary difference with this option is that students will be required to take all specific programming/coding courses, and these courses will be taken in a specific sequence.

d. Documentation that program meets employer needs PCCUA surveyed nine industries who serve on the Business Advisory Council. All indicated that PCCUA graduates have good skills, but many lack foundational coding skills. As a result, the faculty examined the curriculum and determined that the existing curriculum allows students to complete an AA in Information Systems Technology with limited coding exposure. Most students were enrolling in only one or two coding courses.

The Certificate of Proficiency in Programming/Coding and Mobile Development will require students take seventeen (17) hours. Fourteen (14) of those hours are programming and coding courses. Students with this certificate will have an opportunity to advance to an associates and afterward a baccalaureate degree for advanced coding skills. All faculty and advisory council members felt this option would make the student more employable.

Students in the Information Systems Technology program were given an informal survey to determine if they would consider enrolling in a programming/coding CP option. Most of the students felt that they did need more coding courses and were interested in when this option would be available.

e. Student demand (projected enrollment) for proposed program It is expected that more students will select the coding option because it is the foundation core and is already a subset of the AAS. Only one new course will be added to offer this Certificate of Proficiency the AAS in Information Technology Systems. Based on student survey information there will be an interest for enrollment in this program.

7. NAME OF INSTITUTIONS OFFERING SIMILAR PROGRAMS AND THE INSTITUTION(S) USED AS MODEL TO DEVELOP PROPOSED PROGRAM: Arkansas State University Beebe ASU Mountain Home College of the Ouachitas University of Arkansas Community College at Rich Mountain

8. WILL THIS PROGRAM BE OFFERED ON-CAMPUS, OFF-CAMPUS, OR VIA DISTANCE DELIVERY? IF YES, INDICATE MODE OF DISTANCE DELIVERY. MARK *DISTANCE TECHNOLOGY COURSES.

This is an on-campus program and will be available for students in Helena, Stuttgart and DeWitt.

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Item 18: Consideration of Request for Approval of a Proposal to Offer a Certificate of Proficiency and a Technical Certificate in Mechatronics, UACCB (Action)

CONSIDERATION OF REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF A PROPOSAL TO OFFER A CERTIFICATE OF

PROFICIENCY AND A TECHNICAL CERTIFICATE IN MECHATRONICS, UACCB {ACTION)

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March 19, 2018




Chancellor Deborah Frazier, University of Arkansas Community College at Batesville, has requested approval to add a Certificate of Proficiency and Technical Certificate in Mechatronics. These stackable certificates are designed to prepare students to work in the advanced manufacturing industry.

UACCB students are currently introduced to the foundational concepts of mechatronics through coursework in the associate of applied science in industrial technology program. The industrial technology program does not currently have coursework to support advanced learning or allow hands-on training. Student demand and employer interest indicate a need for additional training in the emerging area of industrial robotics/automation in the manufacturing process.


Sincerely,

~ ~m.J<. AA-Donald R. Bobbitt President Charles E. Scharlau Presidential Leadership Chair

Attachments


University of Arkansas, fa yerrevillc / University of Arkansas at Little Rock / University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff Universitv of Arkansas for 1Yk dical Sciences/ Universitv of Arkansas at Mo nticello / Division of Agricu ltu re / Crimi nal Justice Institute

Arkansas Archeological Survey / Phillips Comm unitv College of the University of Arkansas/ University of Arkansas Community College at Hope Un ivcrsirv of Arbnsas Community College at Batesvi lle / Cossa tot Community College of rhe University of Arkansas

University o f Arkansas Communi ry Col lege at Mo rrilton / Univcrsiry of Arkansas ar forr Smirh Arbnsas School tilr Marhcmarics, Sciences and the Ans/ Univcrsirv of Arkansas Clinton School of Publ ic Service / Universiry of Arkansas Svstcm cVcrsitv

The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity/affirmatiJJe action institution.

RESOLUTION

BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE UNIVERSITY OF ARKANSAS THAT the proposal of the University of Arkansas Community College at Batesville to add a Certificate of Proficiency and Technical Certificate in Mechatronics is hereby approved.



UNIVERSITY OF ARKANAS COMMUNITY COLLEGE AT BATESVILLE

Certificate of Proficiency in Mechatronics





Brian K. Shonk, Ed.D.

3. TITLE(S) OF DEGREE PROGRAMS TO BE CONSOLIDATED/RECONFIGURED:

Associate of Applied Science in Industrial Technology


Certificate of Proficiency in Mechatronics

5. PROPOSED EFFECTIVE DATE: MAY 1,2018:

6. REASON FOR PROPOSED PROGRAM CONSOLIDATION/RECONFIGURATION:

UACCB students are currently introduced to the foundational concepts of Mechatronics through various coursework in the Associate of Applied Science in Industrial Technology program. However, the Industrial Technology program does not currently have coursework to support advanced learning or allow for hands-on training. There is high student demand and employer interest to better prepare students for the emerging area of industrial robotics/automation in the manufacturing process. This proposal will require the addition of two new courses, 1) Robotics, and 2) Computer Numerical Control (CNC).

7. Provide proposed curriculum outline by semester. Mechatronics (12 hours)

Technical Core -Twenty-one (21) hours IND 1013 Technical Methods

_ IND 1023 Engineering Drawings _ IND 2003 Industrial Safety

IND 2033 AutoCAD

Certificate of Proficiency -


Approximately $137,050.95 has been budgeted for Fiscal Year 2017-2018 for Industrial Technology programs. This amount includes faculty salaries and benefits (both full-time and part-time); staff salaries and benefits; maintenance and operations expenses; educational

program expenses; copying; postage; and more. There will be no funds available for reallocation, nor will there be a need for new funds (unless such new funds are needed due to increased student demand).


No.


Arkansas State University- Mid-South Arkansas State University - Mountain Home College of the Ouachitas South Arkansas College

UNIVERSITY OF ARKANSAS COMMUNITY COLLEGE AT BATESVILLE

Technical Certificate in Mechatronics





Brian K. Shonk, Ed.D.


Associate of Applied Science in Industrial Technology


Technical Certificate in Mechatronics


Mayl , 2018

6. REASON FOR PROPOSED PROGRAM CONSOLIDATION/ RECONFIGURATION:

UACCB students are currently introduced to the foundational concepts of Mechatronics through various coursework in the Associate of Applied Science in Industrial Technology program. However, the Industrial Technology program does not currently have coursework to support advanced learning or allow for hands-on training. There is high student demand and employer interest to better prepare students for the emerging area of industrial robotics/automation in the manufacturing process. This proposal will require the addition of one new course, Robotics.

7. PROVIDE NEW COURSE(S) OUTLINE:

One new course will be required for the Technical Certificate - Mechatronics (27 hours) New Course - Robotics: In this course, students will become familiar with Embedded Robotics. Students will learn programming of embedded controllers, interfacing of sensors, the actuation of servo motors, serial communications, and the control of autonomous robotics systems. Students will practice lower- level programming using the C language. Students will have an integrated hardware/software understanding of embedded robotic systems in preparation for application in the workplace.


Approximately $137,050.95 has been budgeted for Fiscal Year 2017-2018 for Industrial Technology programs. This amount includes faculty salaries and benefits (both full-time and part-time); staff salaries and benefits; maintenance and operations expenses; educational program expenses; copying; postage; and more. This is a reconfiguration of an existing credential and one new course will be added; therefore, there will be no funds available for reallocation. It is estimated that initial offerings of the new course will cost $3 ,200.00, which is available in the current budget.


No.


Arkansas State University - Mid-South Arkansas State University - Mountain Home College of the Ouachitas South Arkansas College

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Item 19: Academic Unanimous Consent Agenda (Action)

ACADEMIC UNANIMOUS CONSENT AGENDA (ACTION)

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UA UNIVERSITY OF ARKANSAS SYSTEM


March 19, 2018




Items placed on the Unanimous Consent Agenda are matters which traditionally receive the unanimous support of the Board; however, any item may be singled out for discussion. I am requesting that you consider the following items on the Unanimous Consent Agenda for the March 28-29, 2018 Academic and Student Affairs Committee meeting.

1. University of Arkansas at Monticello Curriculum Revisions to Existing Programs:

• Bachelor of Science in Biology - Remove NRM 3014, GIS, from required supportive courses and move to elective courses. This move will provide students with more options to tailor the degree to their career goals and more efficiently complete 120 credit hours for the degree.

• Bachelor of Science in Mathematics - Remove the minor requirement; add Trigonometry or a passing score on a departmental placement exam to supportive requirements and change the calculus III course from three to five hours. These changes allow more options for specific career pathways in Mathematics, formalize the waiver process for placement exams and simplify scheduling.

• Technical Certificate in Automotive Service Technology - Decrease the hours in course Auto 1227: Electrical/Electronic Systems from seven to four to allow students to have lectures and shop experience at a rate conducive to learning with attention span considerations.

• Certificate of Proficiency in Tractor Trailer Operations - Discontinue course DDT1053, Diesel Fundamentals and course MAT1203, Technical Mathematics. These courses are not necessary to effectively operate the tractor trailer and they are not required for successful completion of the Commercial Driver's License (CDL) exam.


University of Arkansas, Fayetteville / University of Arkansas at Little Rock/ Unive rsity of Arkansas at Pine Bluff University of Arkansas fo r Medical Sciences/ University of Arkansas at Monticello/ Division of Agri culture / Criminal Justice Institute

Arkansas Arc hcological Su rvey/ Phillips Community College of the University of Arkansas/ U ni versitv of Arbnsas Commu nity College at Hope University of Arkansas Communitv College at Batesville / Cossa tot Community College of the University of Arkansas

University of Arbnsas Community College at Morrilton / University of Arkansas at fort Smith Arkansas School for Mathematics , Sciences ,rnd the Arts/ Univcrsitv of Arkansas Cli nton School of Public Service/ University of Arkansas System cVc rsitv

The U11i1m·sity 1if'Arkansas is an equal opportunity/affirmntive action institution.

Academic and Student Affairs Committee Unanimous Consent Agenda Page 2

• General Education Option or Bachelor of Science in Biology - Add courses in Oceanography and Oceanography Lab. These courses will serve as additional general education courses.

2. University of Arkansas, Fayetteville 2.1 Name Changes:

• Minor in General Foods and Nutrition - Change name to minor in Human Nutrition in the School of Human Environmental Sciences. Changing the name provides consistency with the revised major in Human Nutrition and Dietetics.

• Department of Sociology and Criminal Justice and Bachelor of Arts in Criminal Justice - Change the name to the Department of Sociology and Criminology and to a Bachelor of Arts in Criminology. The changes will create a better momentum for the accomplishment of UAF's vision to become a leading department in these areas of expertise.

• Concentration in Insurance within the Bachelor of Science in Business Administration in Finance - Change name to Concentration in Risk Management. This term is more commonly used in the business community and has a wider coverage than insurance.

2.2 Curriculum Revisions to Existing Programs: • Reconfigure the Doctor of Philosophy in Comparative Literature and

Cultural Studies and Change a Concentration Name from Modern Languages to World Languages and Applied Linguistics - The revised curriculum balances coursework to allow students to acquire depth and breadth in their selected areas of study, and brings consistency to the program regarding the general and concentration requirements. The concentration name change reflects new opportunities to train students in both literary studies and second language acquisition.

• Reconfigure the Doctor of Philosophy in Counselor Education - Change the name to Doctor of Philosophy in Counselor Education and Supervision. Update to more accurately reflect content of the degree plan and align with Council for Accreditation of Counseling & Related Educational Programs (CACREP) requirements. The program is modifying core courses by deleting one course and adding an additional two hours to the CNED 5711 Advanced Practicum course.

• Reconfigure the Post Master's Certificate in Educational Psychology into a Graduate Certificate in Educational Psychology - Changing the 18 hour Post Master's Certificate to a 15 hour Graduate Certificate to allow Masters students into the program and include appropriate Masters level coursework.

• Bachelor of Science in Education in Career and Technical Education -revise the curriculum to better align the overall academic program with all three


concentrations (Business Education, Family and Consumer Sciences Education, Technology Education). These changes provide a consistent set of core courses across the major and complies with ADHE guidelines for concentrations.

2. 3 Curriculum Revisions to Existing Program to Meet Licensure Requirements: • Bachelor of Science in Education in Special Education - revise to meet

licensure requirement by adding a new course SPED 4173: Introduction to Dyslexia: Literacy Development, and Structure of Language.

2. 4 Programs Transferred to Inactive Status: • Minor in European Studies - The European Studies (EUST) and International

Studies (INST) faculty have agreed to pursue a merger of the EUST minor and co-major with the B.A. in International Studies. The merger will take the form of a new European and Transatlantic Concentration in International Studies. This move will combine the existing gateway and capstone courses in INST with a single bridge course in European Integration (INST 3303), thus saving money by offering one core course instead of the current two (EUST 2013 and EUST 4003). Since the proposed curriculum merger is as yet untried, the INST and EUST programs have agreed that it would be best to preserve the European Studies minor as " inactive" and re-evaluate after five years. There will be no impact on faculty or staff.

• Post Master's Certificate in Educational Program Evaluation - Inactivating this post-master's certificate will allow program faculty time to continue conversations about the potential reconfiguration of this certificate program at a later date. However, if these conversations do not result in actions/strategies that can potentially result in increased recruitment/student demand, the program should be deleted/removed from program inventory as planned in 5 years. There will be no impact on faculty or staff.

3. University of Arkansas at Little Rock 3.1 Name Changes:

• Bachelor of Fine Arts in Dance Performance - Change name to Bachelor of Fine Arts in Dance to better match the standard titles according to the accrediting body, the National Association of Schools of Dance.

• Office of Undergraduate Academic Advising - Change the name to the Trojan Academic Advising and Support Center. The proposed name change will better reflect services provided by the unit.

3.2 Curriculum Revisions to Existing Programs: • Bachelor of Fine Arts in Dance - Existing courses will be added to

requirements for the Bachelor of Fine Arts in Dance.


• Master of Education in Reading - Reconfigure to reduce three degree completion paths into one and reduce four graduate certificates to two. Reducing the number of paths will create a more rigorous program overall by reducing the number of course offerings needed to complete the degree.

• Bachelor of Arts in English - Revise to create more flexibility for students and for course scheduling, facilitate new assessment practices and stay up-todate in practices for English language arts secondary education. Revision includes a new English Major created using existing courses.

• Bachelor of Science Mechanical Systems Engineering - Revise to provide flexibility for students to take formerly cross-listed courses offered by Construction Engineering program.

4. University of Arkansas at Fort Smith Curriculum Revisions to Existing Programs:

• Associate of Science in Engineering - The proposed modifications will better align the Associate of Science degree with both UAFS general education requirements and UAF engineering requirements. Current degree requirements include 67 hours (Mechanical Engineering) and 68 hours (Electrical Engineering) and all general education requirements. The proposed modification will allow UAFS to reduce the required hours to 60 and 61 respectively.

5. Cossatot Community College of the University of Arkansas Offer Existing Courses at a New Location:

CCCUA has been approved by ADHE to offer courses at the Locksburg location. Courses to be offered at the Locksburg site include: Industrial Fundamentals Industrial Motor Controls Basic Electricity Industrial Writing w/NEC Hydraulics/Pneumatics Programmable Logic Controls Mechanical Devices I Industrial Writing w/NEC Mechanical Devices II Advances PLC w/Instrumentation Mechanical Devices III

6. Phillips Community College of the University of Arkansas Reconfiguration of Existing Degree

Associate of Arts reconfigured to offer a Certificate of General Studies - This certificate will provide official documentation for completion of specific general education courses serving as an entry pathway for movement toward the Associate of Arts Degree. This new certificate will not require any new courses, nor will the certificate require any additional funds.


7. University of Arkansas Community College at Batesville Reconfiguration of Existing Degree

Associate of Arts in General Education Reconfigured to off er a Certificate of General Studies - The Associate of Arts in General Education, which serves UACCB's largest student population, has no embedded certificate. The certificate of general studies is comprised of 35 credit hours of general education transfer coursework. This new certificate will not require any new courses, nor will the certificate require any additional funds.

A resolution for your consideration is as follows. I recommend approval.

BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE UNIVERSITY OF ARKANSAS THAT the Board hereby approves the Academic and Student Affairs consent items as presented to the Board at its March 28-29, 2018 meeting.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED THAT a letter of notification will be submitted to ADHE following the Board meeting setting forth these items.

Sincerely,


Regular Session (Cont.)

AGENDA FOR THE MEETING OF THE UNIVERSITY OF ARKANSAS BOARD OF TRUSTEES UNIVERSITY OF ARKANSAS AT MONTICELLO GIBSON UNIVERSITY CENTER, GREEN ROOM MONTICELLO, ARKANSAS 1:00 P.M., MARCH 28, 2018 AND 8:30 A.M., MARCH 29, 2018

REGULAR SESSION (continues)

DAY TWO BEGINS (tentative)

3. Report on Athletics Committee Meeting Held March 28, 2018 (Action)

4. Report on the Joint Hospital Committee Meeting Held March 28, 2018 (Action)

5. Report on Joint Hospital and Audit and Fiscal Responsibility Committees Combined Meeting Held March 28, 2018 (Action)

6. Report on Audit and Fiscal Responsibility Committee Meeting Held March 28, 2018 (Action)

7. Report on Buildings and Grounds Committee Meeting Held March 28, 2018 (Action)

8. Report on Academic and Student Affairs Committee Meeting Held March 28, 2018 (Action)

9. Adoption of Resolution of Appreciation for Former Trustee Ben Hyneman (Action)

10. Approval of Awarding of Degrees at May 2018 Commencements, All Campuses (Action)

11. Consideration of Recommended Board Meeting Dates for Academic Year 2018/2019 (Action)

12. Campus Report: Dr. Karla Hughes, Chancellor University of Arkansas at Monticello

13. Chair's Report: Mark Waldrip, Board of Trustees of the University of Arkansas

14. President's Report: Donald R. Bobbitt, University of Arkansas System


All Campuses

15. Consideration of Request for Approval of Revisions to Board Policy 405.1, Appointments, Promotion, Tenure, Non-Reappointment, and Dismissal of Faculty; Board Policy 405.4, Termination of Employment; and Board Policy 470.1, Distinguished Professorships; and Approval of New Board Policy 500.1, Graduate Assistants: Termination of Appointments (Action)

16. Consideration of Request for Approval of Extracurricular Camps for 2018/19, UAF, UAM and UA-PTC (Action)

17. Unanimous Consent Agenda (Action)

18. Executive Session

Item 3: Report on Athletics Committee Meeting Held March 28, 2018 (Action)

REPORT ON ATHLETICS COMMITTEE MEETING HELD MARCH 28, 2018 (ACTION)

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Item 4: Report on the Joint Hospital Committee Meeting Held March 28, 2018 (Action)

REPORT ON THE JOINT HOSPITAL COMMITTEE MEETING HELD MARCH 28, 2018 (ACTION)

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Item 5: Report on Joint Hospital and Audit and Fiscal Responsibility Committees Combined Meeting Held March 28, 2018 (Action)

REPORT ON JOINT HOSPITAL AND AUDIT AND FISCAL RESPONSIBILITY COMMITTEES COMBINED

MEETING HELD MARCH 28, 2018 (ACTION)

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Item 6: Report on Audit and Fiscal Responsibility Committee Meeting Held March 28, 2018 (Action)

REPORT ON AUDIT AND FISCAL RESPONSIBILITY COMMITTEE MEETING HELD MARCH 28, 2018

(ACTION)

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Item 7: Report on Buildings and Grounds Committee Meeting Held March 28, 2018 (Action)

REPORT ON BUILDINGS AND GROUNDS COMMITTEE MEETING HELD MARCH 28, 2018

(ACTION)

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Item 8: Report on Academic and Student Affairs Committee Meeting Held March 28, 2018 (Action)

REPORT ON ACADEMIC AND STUDENT AFFAIRS COMMITTEE MEETING HELD MARCH 28, 2018

(ACTION) 8

Item 9: Adoption of Resolution of Appreciation for Former Trustee Ben Hyneman (Action)

ADOPTION OF RESOLUTION OF APPRECIATION FOR FORMER TRUSTEE BEN HYNEMAN (ACTION)

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RESOLUTION

WHEREAS, Mr. Ben Hyneman of Jonesboro has served as a member of the Board of Trustees of the University of Arkansas since April 10, 2008; and

WHEREAS, Mr. Hyneman is a graduate of the University of Arkansas, Fayetteville; and

WHEREAS, Mr. Hyneman served on numerous Board committees, including terms as chair of the Agriculture Committee, Athletic Committee, Fiscal Affairs Committee, Audit Committee and Distance Education Committee; and

WHEREAS, Mr. Hyneman was twice elected as Chair of the Board of Trustees for the 2015-16 and 201 7-18 terms, providing strong stewardship of the board and recognizing its essential mission to guide and develop the entire University of Arkansas System; and

WHEREAS, Mr. Hyneman, his wife Janet and their family, have deep ties to the University of Arkansas and have provided generous support to the University and its students through the Janet and Ben Hyneman Leadership Endowment with the University Libraries, along with assistance to students with financial need and other areas; and

WHEREAS, Mr. Hyneman has found success in his private sector service as president of Southern Property and Casualty Insurance Company and in public service as former commissioner and chairman of the Arkansas Soil and Water Conservation Commission; and

WHEREAS, Mr. Hyneman leaves a legacy on the Board characterized by reliable leadership, sound judgement and an enduring commitment to the mission of the University to serve the educational needs of the entire State of Arkansas; and

WHEREAS, Mr. Hyneman's dedication to his service on the Board, his communications skills and the manner in which he approached major Board decisions earned the respect of his fellow board members and the administrative leaders across the University System;

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE UNIVERSITY OF ARKANSAS THAT the Board acknowledges the expiration of Ben Hyneman' s term of office as a member of the Board of Trustees upon the appointment of his successor, and the Board expresses to him its sincere appreciation for his dedicated service and continued friendship.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED THAT the Board hereby bestows on Mr. Hyneman the rank of Trustee Emeritus, and the Secretary of the Board is hereby directed to spread this resolution on the minutes of this meeting and transmit a copy of this resolution to Mr. Hyneman.

Item 10: Approval of Awarding of Degrees at May 2018 Commencements, All Campuses (Action)

APPROVAL OF AWARDING OF DEGREES AT MAY 2018 COMMENCEMENTS, ALL CAMPUSES (ACTION)

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U-ll\ UNIVERSITY OF ARKANSAS SYSTEM


March 19, 2018

TO MEMBERS OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES

Dear Trustees:

It is customary for the Board of Trustees to officially authorize the conferring of degrees upon candidates who have completed all degree requirements and who have been approved by the respective faculties of the various campuses. The attached resolution provides such authority for the 2017/2018 academic year.

Sincerely,

\J .. .m/<.~ Donald R. Bobbitt President Charles E. Scharlau Presidential Leadership Chair

Attachment


University of Arkansas, Fciyettcvillc / University of Arkansas at Little Rock/ Un iversity of Arkansas at Pinc Bluff Unive rsity of Arkansas for Medical Sciences/ University of Arkansas at Monticello/ Division of Agriculture/ Criminal Justice Institute

Arka nsas Archeological Survey / Phillips Community College of the University of Arkansas/ University of Arkansas Community College at Hope University of Arkansas Community College at Batesville / Cossa tot Community College of the Universi ty of Arkansas

Un iversity of Arkansas Community College at Morrilton/ University of Arkansas at Fort Smith Arkansas School for Mathematics, Sciences and the Ans/ Universitv of Arkansas Clinton School of Public Service/ University of Arkansas System cVcrsity

The U1til!ersity ofArlwnsas is an equal opportunity/affirmative action institution.

RESOLUTION

BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE UNIVERSITY OF ARKANSAS THAT the Board hereby approves the awarding of degrees in May 2018 to all candidates who are certified by the various campuses as having completed degree requirements and have the approval of the respective faculties of such campuses.

Item 11: Consideration of Recommended Board Meeting Dates for Academic Year 2018/2019 (Action)

CONSIDERATION OF RECOMMENDED BOARD MEETING DATES FOR ACADEMIC YEAR 2018/2019

(ACTION)

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March 19, 2018

TO THE MEMBERS OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES

Dear Trustees:

I have reviewed potential conflicts with Board meetings for the 2018/2019 academic year. The dates listed in the attached resolution appear to avoid most conflicts, and I am recommending them for your approval.

Sincerely,


Attachment


University of Arkansas, Fayerrevillc / University of Arkansas at Little Rock / University o f Arkansas at Pinc Bluff U niversity of Arkansas for Medical Sciences/ University of Arkansas at Monticello / D ivision of Agriculture / C riminal Justice Insti tute

Arkansas Archeological Survey / Phill ips Community College of the University of Arkansas / Un iversity of Arkansas Community College at Hope U niversitv of Arkansas Community College at Batesvi lle / Cossa tot Community College of the Universi ty of Arkansas

U niversity of Arkansas Communitv College at i'vlorrilto n / U niversity of Arkansas at Fort Smith Arkansas School for 1'vbthc111atics, Sciences and the Arts / University of Arkansas C linton School of Public Service / University o f Arkansas System cVcrsity

The Uni JJcrsity of A rkansas is an equal opportunity/affirmative action institution.

RESOLUTION

BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE UNIVERSITY OF ARKANSAS THAT regular meetings of the Board of Trustees for the 2018/2019 academic year are hereby scheduled as follows:

Date August 7-8, 2018 (I'ues-Wed) September 13-14, 2018 (Thurs-Fri) November 14-15, 2018 (Wed-Thurs) Jan. 30-31, 2019 (Wed-Thurs) March 27-28, 2019 (Wed-Thurs) May 22-23, 2019 (Wed-Thurs)

Location Board Retreat at WRJ UAF UAFS UAMS ASMSA UALR

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED THAT should unanticipated conflicts or the need for additional meetings arise, this schedule may be changed as necessary.

Item 12: Campus Report: Dr. Karla Hughes, Chancellor, University of Arkansas at Monticello

CAMPUS REPORT: DR. KARLA HUGHES, CHANCELLOR, UNIVERSITY OF ARKANSAS AT

MONTICELLO

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Item 13: Chair's Report: Mark Waldrip, Board of Trustees of the University of Arkansas

CHAIR'S REPORT: MARK WALDRIP, BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE UNIVERSITY OF ARKANSAS

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Item 14: President's Report: Donald R. Bobbitt, University of Arkansas System

PRESIDENT'S REPORT: DONALD R. BOBBITT, UNIVERSITY OF ARKANSAS SYSTEM

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Item 15: Approval of Revisions to BD Policy 405.1; BD Policy 405.4 and BD Policy 470.1 (Action)

APPROVAL OF REVISIONS TO BD POLICY 405.1; BD POLICY 405.4 AND BD POLICY 470.1 {ACTION)

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March 19, 2018


Dear Trustees:

Enclosed are proposed revisions to Board Policy 405.1 Appointment, Promotion, Tenure, Non-Reappointment, and Dismissal of Faculty; Board Policy 405.4 Termination of Employment; and Board Policy 470.1 Distinguished Professorships. Also enclosed is a proposed new Board Policy 500.1 Graduate Assistants: Termination of Appointment, which resulted from the process of revising Board Policy 405.4.

As you know, there has been much discussion about the proposed revisions to these policies, particularly regarding Board Policy 405.1. We released initial drafts of these to the Chancellors in September with instructions to circulate them on their campuses and that feedback would be received through October. At the time, we anticipated these policies would be considered at the November board meeting. However, once we learned faculty were expressing concerns with the initial drafts and with the October deadline, we decided to give more time for faculty and others to weigh in on the proposals. Since then, we have had a productive dialogue with faculty leadership to hear and address concerns regarding the original drafts. We hosted two meetings in mid-January in which we had broad participation from faculty leaders across the UA System. System staff also had several follow-up conversations and meetings with faculty leaders and other faculty across the system to discuss potential revisions. In addition to these meetings and conversations, we set up an email box to receive feedback from anyone who wanted to comment on the proposed policies.

After considering all of the feedback regarding various provisions in the policies, new drafts were prepared with a detailed explanation of the changes that were made to address concerns. A new draft of 405.1 was sent to the Chancellors in mid-February with instructions to circulate the policy among faculty leadership and others. A new draft of 405.4 and the proposal for 500.1 were circulated in late February with the same instructions. Since then, we have continued to receive and consider feedback on the proposed drafts. In light of some of the latest feedback we received, a few additional minor edits were made to the policies that are presented in the following pages.

To help you interpret the drafts, we have enclosed an explanation document that outlines the major changes made to the policies since the November Board meeting, along with red-lined versions that compare each policy to their current versions. While the explanation document


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attempts to cover the major concerns that were addressed, it does not touch on every edit made to the policies; however, the redlined versions show all of the substantive edits. For reference, there are also clean versions of the proposed policies enclosed. General Counsel JoAnn Maxey and Vice President for Academic Affairs Michael Moore will be on hand to present these policies and answer any questions.

A resolution is attached for your consideration. I recommend approval of the revised Board Policies 405.1, 405.4 and 470.1, and the proposed new Board Policy 500.1.

Sincerely,

<2) .. . m /<. ~ ----.. Donald R. Bobbitt President Charles E. Scharlau Presidential Leadership Chair

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RESOLUTION

BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE UNIVERSITY OF ARKANSAS THAT the Board Policy 405.1 Appointment, Promotion, Tenure, Non-Reappointment, and Dismissal of Faculty; Board Policy 405.4 Termination of Employment; and Board Policy 470.1 Distinguished Professorships are hereby revised in their entirety as attached.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED THAT new Board Policy 500.1 Graduate Assistants: Termination of Appointment, which is attached, is hereby approved.

Explanation of Revisions to the Proposed Changes to Board Policy 405.1:

The following is a summary of the substantive changes to the revised draft of Board Policy

405. I. These changes were made in response to faculty concerns regarding the initial draft of the policy that was released in September. There are other changes that were made for clarity, grammar or organizational purposes that can be viewed on the document,· however, the

following generally covers the substantive changes in the new draft.

1. Concerns were raised that the term "unsatisfactory performance" in the revised definition of "Cause" for dismissal was vague. The intent of the term was to refer to unsatisfactory performance as is already generally defined in each campus' own policies on faculty evaluation. A footnote has been added to clarify that campus policy and section V.B.9. of Board Policy 405.1 must be followed for a tenured faculty member to be dismissed for unsatisfactory performance.

2. A common concern was raised that the phrase "a pattern of disruptive conduct or unwillingness to work productively with colleagues" being included as an example for cause for dismissal was too vague and akin to adding "collegiality" as a criteria to faculty evaluation. To address these concerns, the phrase has been deleted and replaced with "a pattern of conduct that is detrimental to the productive and efficient operation of the instructional or work environment"

with the intent of providing a more specific definition of behavior that could provide cause for termination. Additionally, a footnote was added to clarify that that such behavior "need not be a separate component in the evaluation criteria for faculty, but may be considered in evaluating faculty in the areas of teaching, research and service."

3. Concerns were raised that some of the revisions in the "Cause" definition would undermine academic freedom of the faculty. As an assurance to those concerned faculty a sentence has been added to the end of the definition stating, "Nothing in this provision is intended to inhibit expression that is protected under principles of academic freedom, or state or federal law."

4. A concern was raised that the section on academic freedom in the policy revision did not include the service component of a faculty members duties. The section has been revised to state: "Subject to all provisions of this and other applicable University policies, mere expressions of opinions related to the faculty member' s scholarship, assigned teaching duties, and university employment-related service activities, however vehemently expressed and however controversial such opinions may be, shall not constitute cause for dismissal."

5. Some concerns were raised that the changes to the "Annual Review" section of the policy in the original draft could result in faculty members who receive one unsatisfactory faculty evaluation being dismissed in one year. This was not the intent of the policy draft and new

language has been drafted to address the concerns and to clarify the intent, which is to ensure that a tenured faculty member whose overall performance has been deemed unsatisfactory through the peer review process established at the campus level be placed immediately on a

remediation plan to address the issues raised in the review process. The revised draft states:

In order to maintain a high quality and productive educational environment, annual review procedures adopted at the campus level must provide for prompt, meaningful and

effective means of addressing unsatisfactory faculty performance. Effective July 1, 2019,

campus procedures shall require that any tenured faculty member who receives an overall unsatisfactory performance rating be placed on a remediation plan. The remediation plan shall be developed by the faculty member's academic unit in

consultation with the faculty member and shall include remedial measures designed to address the overall performance deficiencies, with the expectation that carrying out the plan will lead to a satisfactory performance rating. If, in the next annual review following any unsatisfactory performance rating, the faculty member fails either to attain an overall satisfactory performance rating or to demonstrate meaningful progress in remediating the overall performance deficiencies, the faculty member may be issued a notice of dismissal on twelve months' notice as provided for in this policy, and subject to the procedures contained in Section IV.C.

Along with this language, a footnote has been added to clarify that "each campus is responsible for establishing the criteria by which an 'overall' rating is determined." This revised language and footnote provides a framework under which campuses may establish annual review policies and procedures. It addresses administrative concerns that current policies can allow for

unsatisfactory performance issues to linger for multiple years before being addressed while also

providing a flexible framework for campuses to establish policies that help faculty members address deficient performance. Further, the delayed implementation date for this policy will allow campuses additional time to set up any processes that might be necessary to implement this requirement.

6. There seemed to be a misunderstanding about one change regarding requests for extensions of the probationary period for tenure-track faculty members. Language was added in the original

draft that was meant to allow for a rare second, one-year extension of the probationary period to be considered on a case-by-case basis. While this may have already been in place in practice on some campuses, a plain reading of the current policy only allows for one, one-year suspension of the probationary period. Some read the new language as limiting multiple requests when that was

not the intent. The language has been revised to make clear that "on the rare occasion that an additional one-year extension is requested, such requests will be considered on a case-by-case basis."

7. Concerns were expressed that various provisions regarding the criteria and procedures for appointment, tenure and promotion did not allow such criteria and procedures to be initiated by

the faculty on certain campuses where that is currently the practice. That was not the intent of the original draft, and the language has been modified in these sections to allow these processes to continue to be initiated by the faculty as general practice.

8. Concerns were expressed regarding language stating, "Salaries for tenured faculty may be adjusted based on job duties and performance, as well as changes in funding sources." That

language has been revised to, "Salaries for tenured faculty may be adjusted for disciplinary reasons,

or based on material changes in job duties or funding sources." Additionally, a footnote has been added to ensure due process for tenured faculty in such situations. The footnote states, "Subject to

all University policies, any salary reduction for tenured faculty must be preceded by notice and an opportunity to appeal the proposed reduction to the chief academic officer of the campus,

division or unit." Similar changes were made in connection with salary reductions for tenuretrack faculty or faculty with merit-based term appointments.

Explanation of Revisions to the Proposed Changes to Board Policy 405.4 and the Creation of Board Policy 500.1

The following is a summary of the substantive changes to the revised draft of Board Policy

405. 4, including the creation of Board Policy 5 00.1 regarding graduate assistant appointments.

There are other changes that were made for clarity, grammar or organizational purposes that

can be viewed on the document; however, the following generally covers the substantive changes in the new draft.

1. It was discovered that the section regarding notice of termination of tenure-track positions was not consistent with a similar provision in Board Policy 405.1 regarding non-reappointment. The section is now 2(8) on the updated draft and provides "not later than" dates for notice of termination of tenure-track faculty members in their first and second year of service and "at least twelve months" notice for termination after the second year of service.

2. Section 3 on Graduate Assistants has been removed from the updated draft and the language

has been included in a new draft Board Policy 500.1 Graduate Assistants: Termination of

Appointments. This change was made in large part because graduate assistants are not considered employees since they are first and foremost students. Because of this, the policy will be included in the Student Affairs section of the Board Policies along with other policies pertaining to graduate assistants . An additional change to the language was made to provide at least sixty days notice for termination for convenience of graduate assistance after concerns were raised that a provision with less notice might negatively impact graduate school recruiting.

BOARD POLICY 405.1 APPOINTMENTS, PROMOTION, TENURE, NON-REAPPOINTMENT, AND DISMISSAL OF FACULTY1 This policy, adopted by the Board of Trustees on February 8, 1980, to become effective on July 1, 1980,This policy supersedes all existing policies concerning appointments, promotion, tenure, non-reappointment, and dismissal of faculty (specifically, Administrative Memorandum No. 43, dated August 31, 1962; Universitywide Administrative Memorandum 421.1, dated December 6, 1976; Universitywide Administrative Memorandum 450.1, dated November 17, 1975; and Board Policy 405.1, dated September 1, 1962, and revised). Nevertheless, an employee of the University of Arkansas who held the rank of instructor prior to the effective date of this policy is eligible for tenure in accordance with Section II.A.(1-4) of Board Policy 405.1 dated September 1, 1962, and revised.. The Board of Trustees has the right to amend any portion of this policy at any time in the future. Copies of this statement of policies shall be kept by the dean of each college or school and by each department head or chairperson or other appropriate official andThis policy shall be included without change or inter-lineation in the Faculty Handbook for each campus. Care shall be taken to insure that each faculty member is familiar To the extent any provision in this policy conflicts with its contents, and the department chairperson or other appropriate official shall supply a copy to each new membercampus policy, this policy shall control. I. Definition of Terms For purposes of this policy, the following definitions shall apply:

Appointment - An appointment is employment bya written contractnotice ("Notice of Appointment") bythat initiates the employment relationship between the Board of Trustees of an individual in a given capacity for a specified time period at a stated salaryand

1 In most cases, academic units are organized into colleges and departments with deans, chairpersons, and faculty. The normal order is for appointment, promotion and tenure processes to utilize this structure in making recommendations. Where colleges or departments are not present, the normal order shall follow a pattern that closely mirrors the typical structure. For example, in schools without departments, the recommendations shall start with the faculty and move to the director, if applicable, and then to the dean. For the purpose of this policy, and in reference to items involving professional librarians, instructional development specialists, or museum curators, the terms "chairperson," "administrative officer," and "administrator" refer to the director or head librarian. Throughout this policy, any reference to “chairperson” includes any equivalent position.

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the faculty member. An appointment is valid only when the appointment form is approved and signed by the President of the University, the Chancellor of the respective campus, the Vice President for Agriculture, the Chief Executive Officer of the respective unit, or the President'stheir designee, in accordance with authority delegated by the Board of Trustees, and the Notice of Appointment is signed by the individual being appointed and returned. Such appointment is subject to the specifiedall applicable policies of the Board of Trustees, the University officialof Arkansas System, and the respective campus, division or unit.

Cause - Cause is defined as conduct that demonstrates the faculty member lacks the

willingness or ability to perform duties or responsibilities to the University, or that otherwise serves as a basis for disciplinary action. Pursuant to procedures set out herein or in other University or campus policies, a faculty member may be disciplined or dismissed for cause on grounds including, but not limited to, (1) unsatisfactory performance, consistent with the requirements of section V.A.9 below, concerning annual reviews;2 (2) professional dishonesty or plagiarism; (3) discrimination, including harassment or retaliation, prohibited by law or university policy; (4) unethical conduct related to fitness to engage in teaching, research, service/outreach and/or administration, or otherwise related to the faculty member’s employment or public employment; (5) misuse of appointment or authority to exploit others; (6) theft or intentional misuse of property; (7) incompetence or a mental incapacity that prevents a faculty member from fulfilling his or her job responsibilities; (8) job abandonment; (9) a pattern of conduct that is detrimental to the productive and efficient operation of the instructional or work environment3; (10) refusal to perform reasonable duties; (11) threats or acts of violence or retaliatory conduct; or (12) violation of University policy, or state or federal law, substantially related to performance of faculty responsibilities or fitness to serve the University. Nothing in this provision is intended to inhibit expression that is protected under principles of academic freedom, or state or federal law.

Dismissal - Dismissal is severance from employment for cause after administrative due

process as specifiedprovided in Section IV-C. Nonthis policy and Board of Trustees Policy 405.4. Termination by notice, expiration of appointment, or non-reappointment, or due to job abandonment, is not a dismissal (see further)..

2 Each campus shall include criteria and procedures for determining “Unsatisfactory performance” in their campus policies governing faculty annual reviews. In order for a tenured faculty member to be dismissed for unsatisfactory performance, the requirements set out in V.A.9 as well as any corresponding campus policy must first be followed. 3 This need not be a separate component in the evaluation criteria of faculty, but may be considered in evaluating faculty in the areas of teaching, research and service. Subject to Section V, the criteria and procedures for annual reviews shall be developed and adopted by each campus.

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Faculty - Faculty are employees who hold academic rank of lecturer, master lecturer, assistant instructor, advanced instructor, senior instructor, assistant professor, associate professor, professor, University professor, distinguished professor, University professor, or one of the above titles modified by clinical, research, teaching, adjunct, visiting, executive in residence, or emeritus, professor of practice, (e.g., clinical professor, or adjunct assistant professor.). Additional appropriate non-tenure track modifiers may be approved by the President. For the purposes of tenure and promotion policy and recommendations, a campus may define which faculty may participate in tenure and promotion related decisions. For example, institutions that offer tenure could limit for tenure and promotion matters the definition of faculty to tenured and tenured track faculty.

Individuals holding the followingcertain non-teaching titles will(i.e. Director of Libraries,

Instructional Development Specialist II, and Curator) also receive faculty rank, the highest. The rank for that corresponds with each title being as indicatedis reflected in the chart below. Both the title and the academic rank will be stated in the appointment.

Instructional and Research Ranks

Library

Cooperative1890

Extension Service*

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Museum

Professor, University Professor, Distinguished Professor, Professor

Director of Libraries, Librarian

Extension Specialist IV

Instructional Development Specialist II

Curator

Associate Professor Associate Librarian

Extension Specialist III

Instructional Development Specialist I

Associate Curator

Assistant Professor Assistant Librarian

Extension Specialist II

Assistant Curator

Instructor Extension Specialist I

*Academic rank will be granted only if the individual is appointed in an academic unit. Non-Reappointment - Non-reappointment means that a non-tenured, tenure-track faculty

member is not offered a next successive contractappointment for employment at the end of a stated appointment period. It is effected by a written notice sent in compliance with the time

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limits hereafter specified (IV.B.). This provision and the time limits specified in IV. B. do not apply to the non-renewal of an appointment of a non-tenure-track faculty member.

Probationary Period - The probationary period is the time a faculty member spends under

appointments for full-time services in a tenure-track position on one campus of the University of Arkansas prior to being awarded tenure.

Promotion - Promotion is advancement based on merit to a higher rank or title. All

promotions must be approved by the Board of Trustees and become effective with the next year's appointment following action of the Board of Trustees, unless a different effective date is approved by the Board for a specific case.

Resignation - Resignation is voluntary termination of employment by an employee. The

dean or director of the unit to which the employee is assigned is authorized by the Board of Trustees to accept the resignation.

Suspension -– Suspension is temporarily relieving an employee of duties. A disciplinary

suspension or suspension pending an investigation does not alter the nature of an individual’s appointment. Suspension may be with or without pay as warranted by the circumstances. If a faculty member is suspended as a disciplinary measure, the faculty member may grieve or appeal the suspension in accordance with the policies of the campus, division or unit.

Tenure - Tenure is the right of continuous appointment. It is, awarded by the President to

eligible members of the faculty upon successful completion by each of a probationary period and, once. Once granted, ittenure ceases to exist only by (1) dismissal for cause, as defined in section 1 and according to the procedures set forth in Section IV.C., (2) demonstrably bona fide financial exigency, (3) reduction or elimination of programs, (4) retirement, or(5) resignation. "Cause" is defined as conduct which demonstrates that the faculty member lacks the ability or willingness to perform his or her duties or to fulfill his or her responsibilities to the University; examples of such conduct include (but are not limited to) incompetence, neglect of duty, intellectual dishonesty, and moral turpitude, or (6) job abandonment. The probationprobationary period may be waived as provided in Section IV.A.4. Salaries for tenured faculty may be adjusted for disciplinary reasons, or based on material changes in job duties or funding sources.4 NOTE: Tenured faculty holding positions eliminated by reduction or elimination of programs will be relocated in other academic units of the campus for which they are qualified whenever possible. A position

4 Subject to all University policies, any salary reduction for tenured faculty must be preceded by notice and an opportunity to appeal the proposed reduction to the chief academic officer of the campus, division or unit.

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occupied by a tenured faculty member whichthat was eliminated as a result of reduction or elimination of a program may not be reactivated for a period of five academic years.

Tenure-Track and Non-Tenure-Track Positions - Tenure-track positions are ranks of

assistant professor, associate professor, professor, University professor, and distinguished professor, and University professor. Faculty appointed to clinical attending positions at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, faculty positions designated as clinical positions5 at other campuses, or other non-tenure-track positions approved by the President, may bear the designation of assistant professor, associate professor or, professor, University professor or distinguished professor6 but in no event shall be considered in tenure-track positions and shall acquire no tenure rights by virtue of occupying such positions. Such non-tenure -track positions shall be set forth in applicable promotion and tenure policies approved by the President which, following review by the Office of General Counsel; such policies may authorize term appointments beyond one year., but not to exceed five years, under merit-based campus procedures approved by the President. Salaries for non-tenured faculty may be adjusted for disciplinary reasons, or based on material changes in job duties or funding sources.7

Terminal Appointment - A terminal appointment is a final appointment, the expiration of

which results in termination of an individual's employment. Termination - Termination is the general term to describe severance of employment from

the University. Termination may be by resignation, retirement, dismissal, written notice, non-reappointment, or expiration of appointment, or job abandonment.

Year - Year will be either a fiscal year (July l through June 30 next) or an academic year

(fall and spring semesters of the same fiscal year), unless otherwise designated. II. Appointments

5 When a faculty member who holds a tenure-track position teaches in a clinical setting, the faculty member is not holding a “clinical position” for purposes of this provision. 6 Solely at those institutions that do not offer tenure, the rank of University or distinguished professor may be awarded to non-tenured faculty who otherwise meet the qualifications for the rank as set out in Board Policy 470.1. 7 Subject to all University policies, any salary reduction for tenure-track faculty or faculty with merit-based term appointments must be preceded by notice and an opportunity to appeal the proposed reduction to the chief academic officer of the campus, division or unit.

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A. Faculty. The following principles shall apply to appointments to faculty positions: A 1. General Appointments shall be for a specified period of time not to exceed one academic or

fiscal year. Except for except in the following limited circumstances: (1) term appointments beyond one year for non-tenure track faculty under merit-based procedures specifically established for that purpose as permitted in Section I (Tenure-Track and Non-Tenure Track Positions); or (2) appointments to faculty positions for summer school, appointments shall not extend beyond the end of a fiscal year..

Recommendations for appointments to the faculty will be made by the departmental

chairperson or equivalent after consultation with the departmental faculty concerned, and are subject to the approval of the dean, the chief academic officer, and the chief executive officer of the campus, who alone shall make the final recommendation for appointment. (See definition of appointment, Page lSection I.)

B. Initial Appointment Criteria and procedures for the initial appointment and successive appointment of all

faculty members on a campus shall be adopted by the faculty of that each campus. As a general practice, the faculty, through its governance structure; the, will initiate the process, on its own or at the request of the Chancellor (or chief executive officer) of the campus. The deans and chief academic officer of the campus shallwill then have an opportunity to give their advice regarding these criteria and procedures;. Thereafter, these criteria and procedures must be submitted to the Chancellor (or chief executive officer) of the campus and the President for approval. More detailed criteria and procedures may be adopted by the faculty and chairperson8 of each academic unit; these criteria and procedures must be submitted to the dean, the chief academic officer of the campus, the Chancellor (or chief executive officer) of the campus, and the President for approval. Campus and unit criteria and procedures must be consistent with and are subject to this and other applicable University policies.

2. Initial Appointment

8For the purpose of this policy, and in reference to items involving professional librarians, extension specialists, instructional development specialists, or museum curators the terms "chairperson," "administrative officer," and "administrator" refer to the director or head librarian.

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An appropriate degree or professional experience is an essential qualification for appointment to positions at academic ranks.

Other important qualifications include experience in teaching, research, or other

creative activity, and educational service either at other colleges and universities and/or in non-academic settings.

C 3. Successive Appointments Tenured faculty members have a right to a next successive appointment except for the

reasons for termination of a tenured appointment given in Section I under definition of tenure. Salaries for tenured faculty may be adjusted for disciplinary reasons, or based on material changes in job duties or funding sources.9 Non-tenured faculty do not have a right to a next successive appointment, but may be offered an appointment after the expiration of a current appointment, provided itthat, in the case of tenure-track faculty, the appointment does not extend the time in probationary status beyond the limits set in Sections IV.A.4 and IV.A.1112. In the event that a non-tenured, tenure-track faculty member is not recommended for reappointment, the procedure described in Section IV.B. shall be followed. Non-tenure-track faculty with a term appointment for a specified term of years do not have a right to an appointment beyond the appointment period.10

CriteriaB. Administrative Appointments

Consistent with longstanding policy and procedures for successivepractice,

appointments of all faculty members on a campus shall be adoptedas dean are made by the faculty of that campus through its governance structure; the deans and chief executive officer or chief academic officer of the campus shall have an opportunity to give their advice regarding these criteria and procedures; these criteria and procedures must be submitted to . Deans serve at the pleasure of the Chancellor of the campus and the President for approval. More detailed criteria and procedureschief executive officer or chief academic officer. Appointments as department head or chair, or as director of an academic program or center, are made by the dean, in consultation with the chief executive officer or chief academic officer, and serve at the pleasure of the dean. Additional criteria or procedures relating to the making of such appointments may be

9 Subject to all University policies, any salary reduction for tenured faculty must be preceded by notice and an opportunity to appeal the proposed reduction to the chief academic officer of the campus, division or unit. 10 Subject to all University policies, nothing in this provision precludes a non-tenure-track faculty member, with a merit based, multi-year term appointment, from having a rolling appointment.

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adopted by the faculty and chairperson of each academic unit; these criteria and procedurescampus, but must be submitted to the dean, the chief academic officer of the campus, the Chancellor (or chief executive officer) of the campus, and the President for approval. Tenure may only be granted in faculty status and not in an administrative appointment.

III. Promotion Promotion in academic rank shall be based primarily on the accomplishments of the

individual while in the most recent rank. No minimum time in rank is required before a faculty member is eligible for promotion, nor is there a maximum time an individual may remain in a given rank except as limited by Sections IV.A.4. and IV.A.1112. However, individual accomplishments and potential for continued value to the University are required for promotion. Effective July 1, 2018, no faculty member in a tenure-track position shall be promoted to the rank of associate professor or higher without also being granted tenure. (This does not preclude a faculty member from being hired into a tenure-track position with the rank of associate professor or full professor if they satisfy the applicable criteria.)

RecommendationsGenerally, recommendations for promotion shall originate with the

chairperson, who shall inform but may be initiated in accordance with departmental, unit, or campus rules, which have been submitted to the facultydean, chief academic officer, Chancellor (or chief executive officer) and President for approval. Faculty members who are being considered for promotion and shall give thembe given the opportunity to submit relevant material regarding their professional accomplishments, which they believe will facilitate consideration of their competence and performance. Each campus shall provide for the inclusion of peer11 evaluation in the consideration of faculty nominated for promotion.

Criteria and procedures for promotion to each rank on a campus, including an appeals

procedure for those desiring reconsideration of a negative recommendation, shall be adopted by each campus. As a general practice, the faculty of that campus, through its governance structure;, will initiate the process of preparing such criteria and procedures, on its own or at the request of the Chancellor (or chief executive officer). The deans and chief academic officer of the campus shallwill then have an opportunity to give their advice regarding thesethe criteria and procedures;. Thereafter, these criteria and procedures must be submitted to the Chancellor (or chief executive officer) of the campus and the President for approval. More detailed criteria and procedures may be adopted by the faculty and chairperson of each academic unit; these criteria and procedures must be submitted to the

11 “Peer” shall be defined by each campus as part of its policies governing promotion and tenure or faculty annual reviews.

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dean, the chief academic officer of the campus, the Chancellor (or chief executive officer) of the campus, and the President for approval. Campus and unit criteria and procedures must be consistent with and are subject to this and other applicable University policies.

In addition to any criteria established by the campus concerning research, teaching and

service, all candidates for promotion and tenure are expected to be in substantial compliance with applicable University policies and legal requirements.

IV. Tenure, Non-reappointment, and Dismissal A. Tenure 1. The granting of tenure implies that the individual has completed successfully his

or her probationary period and has become a permanent member of the University community. As such, he or she acquires additional procedural rights in the event that dismissal proceedings may be brought against him or her.

2. Only full-time faculty with ranks of assistant professor, associate professor,

professor, University professor, and distinguished professor, and University professor are eligible to be awarded tenure. An assistant professor is eligible to seek tenure accompanied by a concurrent promotion to associate professor. Faculty and other employees with the following titles are ineligible to be awarded tenure: clinical, research, teaching, adjunct, visiting, professor of practice or executive in residence faculty, research associates or research assistants, graduate associates or graduate assistants, instructors, assistantadvanced instructors, senior instructors, lecturers, and master lecturers. Faculty appointed to clinical attending positions at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, other faculty positions designated as clinical positions, or other non-tenure track positions approved by the President, although designated assistant professor, associate professor or professor, are ineligible to be awarded tenure. Academic administrators not appointed to a teaching or research unit may be awarded academic rank in addition to their administrative titles, with the concurrence of the faculty and administrative officer of the academic unit in which such rank could lead to tenure, in which case they may acquire tenure as faculty, but not as administrators. Other administrators and staff whose primary duties do not involve teaching regularly scheduled credit-hour courses, but who occasionally teach courses, are not eligible for tenure and do not acquire credit for service toward tenure for such teaching activities.

3. Tenure rights apply to the area or areas of the faculty member's expertise and in

the academic unit(s) in which his or her position is budgeted (examples: Department of English, UAF, (not College of Arts and Sciences), UAF; School

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of Law, UALR; Library, UAM; Departments of Music and Education, UAPB). Tenure rights are confined to a particular campus and are not applicable on another campus of the University of Arkansas. Tenure and tenure rights are not awarded in a named or endowed chair or professorship or in any administrative appointment.

4. The probationary period may not extend beyond seven years, except as

specifically provided herein., or as otherwise required by law. An initial appointment of one-half year (academic or fiscal) or less will not be included in the probationary period. If more than one-half of any year is spent in approved leave of absence without pay status, that year shall not apply toward the probationary period. During the first six years of the probationary period, a tenure-track faculty member may request, for reasons set forth below, that the probationary period be suspended by one (1) year. The reasons for such a request arewill generally be the same as required under the Family and Medical Leave Act of 1993(FMLA), as amended, and are as follows: (a) the birth of a child to the faculty member or his spouse and itsthe child’s care during the first year; (b) the adoption of a child by the faculty member or placement in the faculty member's home of a foster child within the first year of placement; (c) the care of the faculty member's spouse, child, or parent with a serious health condition; (d) the serious health condition of the faculty member. that makes the faculty member unable to perform the functions of his or her job; (e) a qualifying exigency arising from the military deployment of an employee’s spouse, son, daughter, or parent to a foreign country; (f) to care for a covered service member with a serious injury or illness if the employee is the spouse, son, daughter, parent, or next of kin of the service member. On the rare occasion that an additional one-year extension is requested, such requests will be considered on a case-by-case basis. However, the faculty member will receive any leave to which he or she is entitled under the FMLA.

A request to suspend the probationary period for these reasons must be made at

the time of the qualifying event and shall first be directed in writing to the department chair for approval and must also be approved by the dean (or approved through other established administrative channels), the vice chancellor for academic affairs, the chancellorChancellor (or chief executive officer) of the campus, and the president, under such procedures as the president shall approve. These procedures may include, but shall not be limited to, the manner in which the faculty member's duties and salary, if any, are determined during such year, the information which is required to substantiate a request and the extent to which a faculty member's performance during such year may be considered in awarding

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tenure. A faculty member who has been notified that he or she will not be reappointed may not subsequently request to suspend the probationary period under this policy.

5. Upon the recommendation of the department chair12, after consultation with the

departmental faculty and with concurrence of the dean, the vice chancellor for academic affairs, and the chancellor,Chancellor (or the chief executive officer), new appointees at the rank of associate professor, professor, University professor, or distinguished professor, or university professorwho possess the requisite qualifications, may be granted immediate tenure. Immediate faculty tenure may also be granted, under this same procedure, in connection with the hiring of senior leadership positions.

5. Recommendations6. Generally, recommendations for tenure shall originate with

the chairpersons, who shall inform but may be initiated as provided for in departmental, unit or campus rules, which have been submitted to the facultydean, chief academic officer, Chancellor (or chief executive officer) and President for approval. Faculty members who are in tenure-track positions who are being considered for tenure and shall give thembe given the opportunity to submit relevant material documenting his or her professional performance which they believe will facilitate consideration of their accomplishments and potential.

67. Criteria and procedures concerning the awarding of tenure on a campus, including

an appeals procedure for those desiring reconsideration of a negative recommendation, shall be adopted by each campus. As a general practice, the faculty of that campus, through its governance structure;, will initiate the process of preparing such criteria and procedures, on its own or at the request of the Chancellor (or chief executive officer) of the campus. The deans and chief academic officer of the campus shallwill then have an opportunity to give their advice regarding these criteria and procedures;. Thereafter, these criteria and procedures must be submitted to the Chancellor or chief executive officer of the campus and the President for approval. More detailed criteria and procedures may be adopted by the faculty and chairperson of each academic unit; these criteria and procedures must be submitted to the dean, the chief academic officer of the campus, the Chancellor (or chief executive officer) of the campus, and the President for approval. Campus and unit criteria and procedures must be consistent with and are subject to this and other applicable University policies

78. The President will not consider awarding tenure to a faculty member in a

probationary status without obtaining the prior recommendation of the faculty 12 In Schools without departments and department chairs, refer to footnote 1.

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member's departmental faculty, chairperson, dean, chief academic officer, and the Chancellor (or chief executive officer) of the campus concerned.

89. A faculty or staff member, on acquiringattaining tenure rights, shall receive a

notice from the chief executive officer of the campus affirming the acquisition of such rights. No person shall lose tenure rights by acceptance of leave-of-absence approved pursuant to University policy, or by appointment to a University of Arkansas administrative position.

910. Tenure becomes effective at the beginning of the nine- or twelve-month

appointment period following the President's action granting tenure (July l for twelve-month appointments, and the beginning of fall semester for nine-month appointments).

1011. Each year at the meeting at which promotions are considered by the Board of

Trustees, the President shall inform the Board of the names of each person awarded tenure during the preceding twelve months, and shall indicate for each such individual the recommended rank for promotion and date of appointment to the University faculty member’s academic discipline.

12. Subject to any extension of the probationary period under IV.A.4, an individual in

a tenure-track position who was not awarded tenure with any of the first six academic year or fiscal year appointments must be evaluated as specified in Section IV.A.6. and 7 during the sixth appointment. If he or she is not approved for tenure, the seventh appointment shall be a terminal appointment. and the individual may not be considered for tenure during the seventh appointment.

1213. A faculty or staff member holding tenure rights may be dismissed for cause

only after the procedures prescribed in Section VIV.C. have been followed. A Provided the requirements set out in V.B.9 as well as any corresponding campus policy have been satisfied, a tenured person notified that he or sheof dismissal for reasons of unsatisfactory performance will be so dismissed will, except in cases of moral turpitude, be given notice of dismissal twelve months prior to termination of employment. Dismissal on other grounds may be immediate (if the dismissal is not contested by the faculty member) or upon the conclusion of any procedures prescribed in Section IV.C. This provision does not create an award of severance pay, but assumes the full performance of University responsibilities and duties assigned for the period between dismissal notice and final termination. Termination of a faculty member’s employment because the faculty member has abandoned his or her job duties, or because the faculty member has accepted another position, shall not constitute dismissal under this policy.

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1314. No faculty member shall be dismissed, or otherwise disciplined, or denied reappointment in violation of the following principles of academic freedom, but the observation of the limitations stated herein is the responsibility of each faculty or staff member. Mere expressions of opinions, Subject to all provisions of this and other applicable University policies, mere expressions of opinions related to the faculty member’s scholarship, the subject matter of their assigned teaching duties, and University employment-related service activities (e.g. committee assignments and campus governance activities), however vehemently expressed and however controversial such opinions may be, shall not constitute cause for dismissal. The threat of dismissal will not be used to restrain faculty members in their exercise of academic freedom or constitutional rights.

a. The faculty member is entitled to full freedom in research and in the

publication of results, subject to the performance of his or her other academic duties, but personal research for pecuniary return requires prior approval by the appropriate University authorities and must be in accordance with Board Policy 450.1.

b. The faculty member is entitled to freedom in the classroom in discussing the

subject of the course, but should not teach material inappropriate or unrelated to the course, and should maintain a respectful and professional academic learning environment.

c. The University faculty member is a citizen, a member of a learned

profession, and a member of an educational community. Speaking or writing as a citizen, the faculty member is free from institutional censorship or discipline. However, as a person of learning and as a member of an educational community, the faculty member has a responsibility for awareness that the public may judge the profession and the institution by his or her utterances. Hence, faculty should at all times make an effort to be accurate, exercise good judgment and appropriate restraint, show respect for the opinions of others, and indicate that they are not spokespersons for the institution. Faculty are expected to contribute to the productive and efficient operation of the instructional and work environment.

B. Non-Reappointment These procedures apply to non-tenured faculty members who are in tenure-track

positions (assistant professors, associate professors, professors, distinguished professors, and University professors) who are not offered a next successive appointment for the period following the expiration of a current appointment. These procedures do not apply to faculty in clinical attending positions at the University of

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Arkansas for Medical Sciences bearing the designation of assistant professor, associate professor or professor, other clinical faculty, or other non-tenure-track faculty.

The appointment of a non-tenured, tenure-track faculty member may be terminated

effective at the end of the appointment period, at the option of either the individual or the University.

A chairperson, dean, or chief academic officer who decides not to recommend a non-

tenured, tenure-track faculty member for reappointment shall notify him or her in writing in accordance with the following schedule and shall enclose a copy of this section with the letter of non-reappointment:

Not later than March 1 ofFor the first year of service, not later than March 1, if the

appointment expires at the end of that academic year; or at least three months in advance of its termination if the appointment terminatesexpires at some other time during the first calendar year of continuous employment.

Not later than December 15 ofFor the second year of service, not later than

December 15, if the appointment expires at the end of that academic year; or at least six months in advance of its termination if an appointment terminatesexpires at some other time during the second calendar year of continuous employment.

At After the second year of service, at least twelve months before the expiration of

the terminal appointment after two or more consecutive academic, fiscal, or calendar years in the institution. The terminal appointment will be for the academic or fiscal year, according to the appointment last held by the individual.

The individual, upon being notified that he or she will not be reappointed, may request

an interview, within ten working days after receipt of the notice, firsta meeting with the dean of the school or college, or other appropriate administrators, then, if the employee requests it,. The meeting shall be held within an additional five working days, or as soon as practical thereafter. Following the meeting with the dean, if the dean reaffirms the recommendation of non-reappointment, within five working days the employee may request a meeting with the chief academic officer of the campus. The dean of the school or college, or other administrator, and 13 Within ten working days following the meeting with the chief academic officer jointly will, within ten working days,, or as soon as possible thereafter, the chief academic officer will make the final decision on any request that the decisionnon-reappointment be reconsidered.

13 For purposes of the Clinton School of Public Service, the employee may request a meeting with the Vice President of Academic Affairs.

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Department chairpersons and other employees of that campus may be requested to

participate in their individual capacities in the interviews by the individual concerned, by the chief academic officer, or by the dean or other appropriate administrator.

In considering the matter, the dean and chief academic officer may consult with other

University employees with relevant knowledge regarding the individual’s performance. If the individual does not request these interviews within the time limits stated above

after receipt of notification of non-reappointment, the matter shall be considered closed.

C. Dismissal This section applies to all faculty memberstenure-track or tenured faculty members.

Dismissal of non-tenure-track faculty and other personnel is addressed in Board of Trustees Policy 405.4.

1. Preliminary Proceedings

a. WhenExcept in circumstances where there are personal safety concerns and consistent with applicable law, when a chairperson or dean has reason to consider a decision to dismiss a person who has tenured or tenure rights or an untenured-track faculty member prior to the expiration of an appointment, hethe chairperson or shedean shall first discuss the matter with that personthe faculty member privately. After the discussion, if the decision of the chairperson or dean is to recommend dismissal, he or she shall prepare a statement of the grounds constituting the cause for dismissal and forward it through the chief academic officer14 to the chief executive officer on the campus, with a copy to the faculty member. If the faculty member requests it within five working days after receipt of there are personal safety concerns, the private meeting can be bypassed and the chairperson or dean can proceed with providing the statement, a subcommittee of faculty members, as determined by procedures developed by each campus, shall be named by of grounds for dismissal through the chief executiveacademic officer to make an informal inquiry into the situation and to effect an adjustment, if possible. If no settlement is effected, the subcommittee shall determine whether, in its view, formal proceedings shall be instituted to consider the individual's dismissal, and it shall notify the individual concerned, the chief executive officer of the

14 For purposes of the Clinton School of Public Service, the statement of grounds shall go directly to chief executive officer of the campus, with a copy to the faculty member.

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campus, and other appropriate administrators of its conclusion. If the subcommittee recommends that such proceedings be begun, or ifon campus, with a copy to the faculty member. If the chief executive officer of the campus, after considering athe recommendation of the subcommittee favorable to the individualchairperson or dean, decides that a proceeding should be undertaken, action shall be commenced according to the procedures which follow.

b. If requested by either party, or if directed by the chief executive officer of

the campus, prior to further steps in the process, the parties shall engage in informal discussions to determine whether an acceptable resolution of the matter is possible. Such discussions may include assistance of one or more faculty selected for this purpose.

2. Hearing Procedures The formal proceedings shall be initiated by a communication addressed to the

individual by the chief executive officer of the campus informing him or her of the dismissal and the grounds for it, and that, if he or she so requests, a hearing to recommend whether his or her employment by the University shall be terminated on the grounds stated, will be conducted at a specified time and place by a faculty committee constituted as described in Section 4 below. Sufficient time shall be allowed to permit the individual to prepare a defense. The individual shall be informed in detail, or by reference to published regulations, of the procedural rights to which he or she is entitled, including the right to advice of counsel.

The individual shall indicate whether he or she wishes a hearing and, if so, shall

file with the chief executive officer of the campus within two weeks of the date of the mailing of the communication by the chief executive officer of the campus an answer to the statement of grounds for the proposed dismissal.

If the individual does not request a hearing, no further action shall be taken.

Further, at the request of the individual the proceedings provided for herein may be terminated at any time after the request for a hearing on written notice to the chief executive officer of the employee's acquiescence in the dismissal. Similarly, the administration may drop dismissal proceedings at any stage.

3. Suspension Pending Dismissal Proceedings Suspension of the individual from normal duties or reassignment to other duties

during the proceedings will occur only if an emergency existscircumstances exist which threatensthreaten harm or substantial disruption to the individual, to others, or to the University. Determination of an emergency Such determination shall be made by the chief executive officer, in consultation with the President. Such

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suspension shall be with pay. This provision does not preclude disciplinary suspension without pay.

4. Hearing Committee The faculty of each campus shall establish a systematically rotated panel of

faculty from which hearing committees can be drawn. To hear a particular case a committee, selected from the panel in accordance with campus policies, shall be composed of faculty members of departments not involved in the dismissal.

Upon receipt from the chief executive officer of the campus of a copy of the

statement of grounds for dismissal, accompanied by the individual's answer thereto, the chairperson of the hearing committee shall conduct hearings and recommend a course of action as provided in Section IV.C.5.

5. Committee Proceedings The committee shall proceed by considering, before the time of the hearing, the

statement of grounds for dismissal already formulated and the individual's written response.

In addition to the members of the committee, only the person requesting the

hearing and his or her representative, the chief executive officer of the campus and/or his or her designee, and a representative, and witnesses called by the committee are permitted to attend the hearing.

Charges contained in the initially formulated statement of grounds for dismissal

may be supplemented at the hearing by evidence of new events occurring after the initial communication to the individual which constitute new or additional cause for dismissal. If such supplementary chargesgrounds are adduced, the committee shall provide the individual with sufficient time to prepare his or her defense.

The chief executive officer of the campus shall have the option to attend or not to

attend the hearing, and he or she may designate an appropriate representative select a designee to assist in developing and presenting the case. The chief executive officer or designee may be assisted by the representative in developing and presenting the case and in other matters related to the hearing.

The committee shall determine the order of proof and shall supervise the

questioning of witnesses. The committee may decline to accept unnecessarily duplicative material or unduly lengthy or repetitive testimony.

The individual shall have the aid of the committee when needed in securing the

attendance of witnesses. The individual or his or her representative and the chief

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executive officer of the campus (or designee) or his or her designated representative shall have the right within reasonable limits to question all witnesses who testify orally.

The committee will use its best efforts to provide an opportunity for those

involved to confront all witnesses, but where this cannot be achieved despite the efforts of the hearing committee, the identity of such non-appearing witnesses, and any written evidence they may have furnished, shall be disclosed to all interested parties during the hearing.

Subject to these safeguards, written statements may, when necessary, be taken

outside the hearing and reported to it. All of the evidence shall be duly recorded. FormalThese are not legal proceedings and formal rules of court procedure needor evidence do not be followedapply, but the committee shall exercise reasonable efforts to protect the rights of the parties in the reception of evidencereceipt of evidence. For purposes of illustration, the proceedings shall be recorded digitally rather than via court reporter, and witnesses will not be sworn or subpoenaed. The ultimate objective of the hearing is consideration of the matter in a fair and efficient manner.

6. Consideration by Hearing Committee The committee shall formulate its recommendation in private, on the basis of the

hearing. Before doing so, it shall give opportunity to the individual and the chief executive officer of the campus or his or her designated representative to make oral statements before it. If written arguments are desired, the committee may request them. The committee shall proceed to arrive atmake its recommendation promptly without having the record of the hearing transcribed when it feels that a just decision can be reached by this means; or it may await the availability of a transcript of the hearing. It shall make, including explicit findings with respect to each of the grounds for removal presented.

The chief executive officer of the campus and the individual shall be notified of

the recommendation in writing and a copy of the record of the hearing shall be available to both parties.

A copy of the record of the hearing and the recommendations of the hearing

committee shall be furnished to the President of the University for his or her decision. The decision of the President shall be transmitted to the chief executive officer of the campus and to the individual involved.

7. Consideration by Board of Trustees

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If the decision of the President is appealed to the Board of Trustees, or if the Board of Trustees chooses to review the case, the President shall transmit to the Board of Trustees the full report of the hearing committee, stating its recommendation and his or her own decision. The review shall be based on the record of the previous hearing, accompanied by opportunity for argument, oral or written or both, by the principals at the hearing or by their representatives. The decision of the Board of Trustees on review shall be final. It shall be communicated to the President and through him or her to the person involved.

If the decision of the Board is that the faculty member is to be terminated, and the

termination is based on unsatisfactory performance, the termination becomes effective at the conclusion of the twelve-month period from the date of the initial notice of termination. If that period has elapsed, or if the termination is based on other grounds of cause, the termination becomes effectively immediately following the Board’s decision.

V. Annual Review

An annual review of the work and status of each tenured and tenure-track faculty member shall be made on the basis of assigned duties and according to criteria and procedures required herein. Faculty not in tenure-track positions Each year the chief academic officer of each campus shall be evaluated by(a) require of each chairperson an assessment of the performance of all faculty members in the academic unit, including an identification of all faculty development needs and of all problems in performance of faculty, and (b) in consultation with the Chancellor (or chief executive officer), take steps designed to insure compliance on that campus with all criteria and procedures adopted by each campusfor annual reviews.

A. Tenured and Tenure-Track Faculty TheProvided a faculty member is in substantial compliance with applicable University

policies and legal requirements, the annual review of each faculty member shall provide the primary basis for the chairperson's recommendations relating to salary, promotion, granting of tenure, successive appointment, non-reappointment, and dismissal. Furthermore, this review is to provide guidance and assistance to all faculty in their professional development and academic responsibilities in the areas of teaching, scholarly and creative activity, and service.

Criteria and procedures for an annual review of all tenured and tenure-track faculty on

a campus shall be adopted by each campus. As a general practice, the faculty of that campus, through its governance structure;, will initiate the process of preparing such criteria and procedures, on its own or at the request of the Chancellor (or chief executive officer) of the campus. The deans and chief academic officer of the campus shallwill then have an opportunity to give their advice regarding these criteria and

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procedures; these. Thereafter, the criteria and procedures must be submitted to the Chancellor (or chief executive officer) of the campus and the President for approval. More detailed criteria and procedures may be recommended by the faculty and chairperson of each academic unit; these criteria and procedures must be submitted to the dean, the chief academic officer of the campus, the Chancellor (or chief executive officer) of the campus, and the President for approval. All procedures for annual reviews adopted by a campus shall include provision for and details for implementation of the following:

1. Within a reasonable time after the beginning of the first appointment of each

faculty member: written notification to the faculty member of the criteria, procedures, and instruments currently in use in assessing performance;

2. Within a reasonable time after the beginning of each academic year: written

notification to each faculty member of that year's assignments, review schedule, and the criteria, procedures, and instruments to be used that year;

3. Reasonable opportunity for each faculty member to submit any relevant material

desireddocumenting his or her professional performance to be considered in the annual review;

4. Peer evaluation, made fully available to the faculty member and those conducting

the review; 5. Student evaluation of teaching, made fully available to the faculty member and

those conducting the review; 6. Prior to the chairperson's making a recommendationcompletion of the annual

evaluation (including any recommendations based on the evaluation) in any year: (a) a meeting between the chairperson and faculty member to discuss all issues relating to the review,15 (b) the providing to that faculty member a copy of the chairperson's tentative intended evaluation and recommendation(s), and (c) a reasonable opportunity for the faculty member to submit a written response to the annual evaluation (including any recommendations), which will to be forwarded to each subsequent level of review;

7. As long as a faculty member is employed by the University and for at least three

years thereafter: maintenance of annual review forms, summaries of annual discussions between the chairperson and faculty member, recommendations,

15 In the case of a tenured faculty member who has a satisfactory performance evaluation, a faculty member can waive the meeting requirement.

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associated narratives, and all other writingsrelevant materials used in or resulting from the annual reviews of that faculty member;

8. Availability to each faculty member of all writings used in or resulting from the

annual reviews of that faculty member. Each year the chief academic officer of each campus shall (a) require of each

chairperson an assessment of the performance of all faculty members in the academic unit, including an identification of all faculty development needs and of all problems in performance of faculty, (b) take steps designed to insure compliance on that campus with all criteria and procedures for annual reviews, and (c) provide the Chancellor with a written report indicating the extent of compliance during the past year, as well as any needs and problems identified and solutions planned.

NOTE: A University-wide committee has been established for the purpose of recommending criteria

and procedures for an annual review of all administrative officers of the University. A report from this committee will be presented to the Board of Trustees at a fall 1989 meeting for appropriate action of the Board.

The annual review of each administrative officer shall serve as the basis for decisions

relating to salary and continuation as an administrator. Furthermore, this review is to provide guidance and assistance to all administrative officers in their professional development.

9. In order to maintain a high quality and productive educational environment,

annual review procedures adopted at the campus level must provide for prompt, meaningful and effective means of addressing unsatisfactory faculty performance. Effective July 1, 2019, campus procedures shall require that any tenured faculty member who receives an overall unsatisfactory performance rating16 be placed on a remediation plan. The remediation plan shall be developed by the faculty member’s academic unit in consultation with the faculty member and shall include remedial measures designed to address the overall performance deficiencies, with the expectation that carrying out the plan will lead to an overall satisfactory performance rating. If, in the next annual review following an overall unsatisfactory performance rating, the faculty member fails either to attain an overall satisfactory performance rating or to demonstrate meaningful progress in remediating the overall performance deficiencies, the faculty member may be

16 As part of its criteria and procedures for annual review, each campus is responsible for establishing the criteria by which an “overall” performance rating is determined.

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issued a notice of dismissal on twelve months’ notice as provided for in this policy, and subject to the procedures contained in Section IV.C.

B. Non-Tenure-Track Faculty

Faculty who are not in tenure-track positions shall be evaluated by procedures adopted by each campus. Such procedures shall provide guidance and assistance to faculty in their professional development and academic responsibilities. To the extent applicable and as fully as practicable, the criteria referenced in V. A. (especially with regard to peer and student evaluations) should be utilized in developing such campus procedures. Any campus procedure developed must be submitted to the Chancellor (or chief executive officer) of the campus and to the President for approval.

_________, 2018 (Revised) October 2, 2001 (Revised) September 18, 1998 (Revised) August 11, 1998 (Corrected) June 6, 1997 (Revised) April 25, 1997 (Revised) September 16, 1994 (Revised) June 16, 1989 (Revised) January 23, 1987 (Revised) September 17, 1982 (Revised) June 18, 1982 (Revised) February 8, 1980 (Revised) April 20, 1962, and Revisions

BOARD POLICY 405.1 APPOINTMENTS, PROMOTION, TENURE, NON-REAPPOINTMENT, AND DISMISSAL OF FACULTY1 This policy supersedes all existing policies concerning appointments, promotion, tenure, non-reappointment, and dismissal of faculty. The Board of Trustees has the right to amend any portion of this policy at any time in the future. This policy shall be included without change or inter-lineation in the Faculty Handbook for each campus. To the extent any provision in this policy conflicts with a campus policy, this policy shall control. I. Definition of Terms For purposes of this policy, the following definitions shall apply:

Appointment - An appointment is a written notice ("Notice of Appointment") that initiates the employment relationship between the Board of Trustees and the faculty member. An appointment is valid only when approved and signed by the President of the University, the Chancellor of the respective campus, the Vice President for Agriculture, the Chief Executive Officer of the respective unit, or their designee, in accordance with authority delegated by the Board of Trustees. Such appointment is subject to all applicable policies of the Board of Trustees, the University of Arkansas System, and the respective campus, division or unit.

Cause - Cause is defined as conduct that demonstrates the faculty member lacks the

willingness or ability to perform duties or responsibilities to the University, or that otherwise serves as a basis for disciplinary action. Pursuant to procedures set out herein or in other University or campus policies, a faculty member may be disciplined or dismissed for cause on grounds including, but not limited to, (1) unsatisfactory

1 In most cases, academic units are organized into colleges and departments with deans, chairpersons, and faculty. The normal order is for appointment, promotion and tenure processes to utilize this structure in making recommendations. Where colleges or departments are not present, the normal order shall follow a pattern that closely mirrors the typical structure. For example, in schools without departments, the recommendations shall start with the faculty and move to the director, if applicable, and then to the dean. For the purpose of this policy, and in reference to items involving professional librarians, instructional development specialists, or museum curators, the terms "chairperson," "administrative officer," and "administrator" refer to the director or head librarian. Throughout this policy, any reference to “chairperson” includes any equivalent position.

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performance, consistent with the requirements of section V.A.9 below, concerning annual reviews;2 (2) professional dishonesty or plagiarism; (3) discrimination, including harassment or retaliation, prohibited by law or university policy; (4) unethical conduct related to fitness to engage in teaching, research, service/outreach and/or administration, or otherwise related to the faculty member’s employment or public employment; (5) misuse of appointment or authority to exploit others; (6) theft or intentional misuse of property; (7) incompetence or a mental incapacity that prevents a faculty member from fulfilling his or her job responsibilities; (8) job abandonment; (9) a pattern of conduct that is detrimental to the productive and efficient operation of the instructional or work environment3; (10) refusal to perform reasonable duties; (11) threats or acts of violence or retaliatory conduct; or (12) violation of University policy, or state or federal law, substantially related to performance of faculty responsibilities or fitness to serve the University. Nothing in this provision is intended to inhibit expression that is protected under principles of academic freedom, or state or federal law.

Dismissal - Dismissal is severance from employment for cause after administrative due

process as provided in this policy and Board of Trustees Policy 405.4. Termination by notice, expiration of appointment, or non-reappointment, or due to job abandonment, is not a dismissal.

Faculty - Faculty are employees who hold academic rank of lecturer, master lecturer,

instructor, advanced instructor, senior instructor, assistant professor, associate professor, professor, University professor, distinguished professor or one of the above titles modified by clinical, research, teaching, adjunct, visiting, executive in residence, professor of practice, (e.g., clinical professor or adjunct assistant professor). Additional appropriate non-tenure track modifiers may be approved by the President. For the purposes of tenure and promotion policy and recommendations, a campus may define which faculty may participate in tenure and promotion related decisions. For example, institutions that offer tenure could limit for tenure and promotion matters the definition of faculty to tenured and tenured track faculty.

Individuals holding certain non-teaching titles (i.e. Director of Libraries, Instructional

Development Specialist II, and Curator) also receive faculty rank. The rank that

2 Each campus shall include criteria and procedures for determining “Unsatisfactory performance” in their campus policies governing faculty annual reviews. In order for a tenured faculty member to be dismissed for unsatisfactory performance, the requirements set out in V.A.9 as well as any corresponding campus policy must first be followed. 3 This need not be a separate component in the evaluation criteria of faculty, but may be considered in evaluating faculty in the areas of teaching, research and service. Subject to Section V, the criteria and procedures for annual reviews shall be developed and adopted by each campus.

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corresponds with each title is reflected in the chart below. Both the title and the academic rank will be stated in the appointment.

Instructional and Research Ranks

Library

1890 Extension Service*

Instructional Developmen

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Museum

Professor, University Professor, Distinguished Professor

Director of Libraries, Librarian

Extension Specialist IV

Instructional Development Specialist II

Curator

Associate Professor Associate Librarian

Extension Specialist III

Instructional Development Specialist I

Associate Curator

Assistant Professor Assistant Librarian

Extension Specialist II

Assistant Curator

Instructor Extension Specialist I

*Academic rank will be granted only if the individual is appointed in an academic unit. Non-Reappointment - Non-reappointment means that a non-tenured, tenure-track faculty

member is not offered a next successive appointment for employment at the end of a stated appointment period. It is effected by a written notice sent in compliance with the time limits hereafter specified (IV.B.). This provision and the time limits specified in IV. B. do not apply to the non-renewal of an appointment of a non-tenure-track faculty member.

Probationary Period - The probationary period is the time a faculty member spends under

appointments for full-time services in a tenure-track position on one campus of the University of Arkansas prior to being awarded tenure.

Promotion - Promotion is advancement based on merit to a higher rank or title. All

promotions must be approved by the Board of Trustees and become effective with the next year's appointment following action of the Board of Trustees, unless a different effective date is approved by the Board.

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Resignation - Resignation is voluntary termination of employment by an employee. The dean or director of the unit to which the employee is assigned is authorized by the Board of Trustees to accept the resignation.

Suspension – Suspension is temporarily relieving an employee of duties. A disciplinary

suspension or suspension pending an investigation does not alter the nature of an individual’s appointment. Suspension may be with or without pay as warranted by the circumstances. If a faculty member is suspended as a disciplinary measure, the faculty member may grieve or appeal the suspension in accordance with the policies of the campus, division or unit.

Tenure - Tenure is the right of continuous appointment, awarded by the President to eligible

members of the faculty upon successful completion by each of a probationary period. Once granted, tenure ceases to exist only by (1) dismissal for cause, as defined in section 1 and according to the procedures set forth in Section IV.C., (2) demonstrably bona fide financial exigency, (3) reduction or elimination of programs, (4) retirement, (5) resignation, or (6) job abandonment. The probationary period may be waived as provided in Section IV.A.4. Salaries for tenured faculty may be adjusted for disciplinary reasons, or based on material changes in job duties or funding sources.4 NOTE: Tenured faculty holding positions eliminated by reduction or elimination of programs will be relocated in other academic units of the campus for which they are qualified whenever possible. A position occupied by a tenured faculty member that was eliminated as a result of reduction or elimination of a program may not be reactivated for a period of five academic years.

Tenure-Track and Non-Tenure-Track Positions - Tenure-track positions are ranks of

assistant professor, associate professor, professor, University professor, and distinguished professor. Faculty appointed to clinical attending positions at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, faculty positions designated as clinical positions5 at other campuses, or other non-tenure-track positions approved by the President, may bear the designation of assistant professor, associate professor, professor, University professor or distinguished professor6 but in no event shall be considered tenure-track positions and shall acquire no tenure rights by virtue of occupying such positions. Such non-tenure-track positions shall be set forth in applicable promotion and tenure policies approved by

4 Subject to all University policies, any salary reduction for tenured faculty must be preceded by notice and an opportunity to appeal the proposed reduction to the chief academic officer of the campus, division or unit. 5 When a faculty member who holds a tenure-track position teaches in a clinical setting, the faculty member is not holding a “clinical position” for purposes of this provision. 6 Solely at those institutions that do not offer tenure, the rank of University or distinguished professor may be awarded to non-tenured faculty who otherwise meet the qualifications for the rank as set out in Board Policy 470.1.

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the President, following review by the Office of General Counsel; such policies may authorize term appointments beyond one year, but not to exceed five years, under merit-based campus procedures approved by the President. Salaries for non-tenured faculty may be adjusted for disciplinary reasons, or based on material changes in job duties or funding sources.7

Terminal Appointment - A terminal appointment is a final appointment, the expiration of

which results in termination of an individual's employment. Termination - Termination is the general term to describe severance of employment from

the University. Termination may be by resignation, retirement, dismissal, written notice, non-reappointment, expiration of appointment, or job abandonment.

Year - Year will be either a fiscal year (July l through June 30 next) or an academic year

(fall and spring semesters of the same fiscal year), unless otherwise designated. II. Appointments A. Faculty. The following principles shall apply to appointments to faculty positions: 1. General Appointments shall not exceed one academic or fiscal year except in the following

limited circumstances: (1) term appointments beyond one year for non-tenure track faculty under merit-based procedures specifically established for that purpose as permitted in Section I (Tenure-Track and Non-Tenure Track Positions); or (2) appointments to faculty positions for summer school.

Recommendations for appointments to the faculty will be made by the departmental

chairperson or equivalent after consultation with the faculty concerned, and are subject to the approval of the dean, the chief academic officer, and the chief executive officer of the campus. (See definition of appointment, Section I.)

Criteria and procedures for the initial appointment and successive appointment of all

faculty members on a campus shall be adopted by each campus. As a general practice, the faculty, through its governance structure, will initiate the process, on its own or at the request of the Chancellor (or chief executive officer) of the campus. The deans and

7 Subject to all University policies, any salary reduction for tenure-track faculty or faculty with merit-based term appointments must be preceded by notice and an opportunity to appeal the proposed reduction to the chief academic officer of the campus, division or unit.

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chief academic officer of the campus will then have an opportunity to give their advice regarding these criteria and procedures. Thereafter, these criteria and procedures must be submitted to the Chancellor (or chief executive officer) of the campus and the President for approval. More detailed criteria and procedures may be adopted by the faculty and chairperson of each academic unit; these criteria and procedures must be submitted to the dean, the chief academic officer of the campus, the Chancellor (or chief executive officer) of the campus, and the President for approval. Campus and unit criteria and procedures must be consistent with and are subject to this and other applicable University policies.

2. Initial Appointment An appropriate degree or professional experience is an essential qualification for

appointment to positions at academic ranks. Other important qualifications include experience in teaching, research, or other

creative activity, and educational service at other colleges and universities or in non-academic settings.

3. Successive Appointments Tenured faculty members have a right to a next successive appointment except for the

reasons for termination of a tenured appointment given in Section I under definition of tenure. Salaries for tenured faculty may be adjusted for disciplinary reasons, or based on material changes in job duties or funding sources.8 Non-tenured faculty do not have a right to a next successive appointment, but may be offered an appointment after the expiration of a current appointment, provided that, in the case of tenure-track faculty, the appointment does not extend the time in probationary status beyond the limits set in Sections IV.A.4 and IV.A.12. In the event that a non-tenured, tenure-track faculty member is not recommended for reappointment, the procedure described in Section IV.B. shall be followed. Non-tenure-track faculty with a term appointment for a specified term of years do not have a right to an appointment beyond the appointment period.9

B. Administrative Appointments

8 Subject to all University policies, any salary reduction for tenured faculty must be preceded by notice and an opportunity to appeal the proposed reduction to the chief academic officer of the campus, division or unit. 9 Subject to all University policies, nothing in this provision precludes a non-tenure-track faculty member, with a merit based, multi-year term appointment, from having a rolling appointment.

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Consistent with longstanding policy and practice, appointments as dean are made by the chief executive officer or chief academic officer of the campus. Deans serve at the pleasure of the chief executive officer or chief academic officer. Appointments as department head or chair, or as director of an academic program or center, are made by the dean, in consultation with the chief executive officer or chief academic officer, and serve at the pleasure of the dean. Additional criteria or procedures relating to the making of such appointments may be adopted by the campus, but must be submitted to the dean, the chief academic officer of the campus, the Chancellor (or chief executive officer) of the campus, and the President for approval. Tenure may only be granted in faculty status and not in an administrative appointment.

III. Promotion Promotion in academic rank shall be based primarily on the accomplishments of the

individual while in the most recent rank. No minimum time in rank is required before a faculty member is eligible for promotion, nor is there a maximum time an individual may remain in a given rank except as limited by Sections IV.A.4. and IV.A.12. However, individual accomplishments and potential for continued value to the University are required for promotion. Effective July 1, 2018, no faculty member in a tenure-track position shall be promoted to the rank of associate professor or higher without also being granted tenure. (This does not preclude a faculty member from being hired into a tenure-track position with the rank of associate professor or full professor if they satisfy the applicable criteria.)

Generally, recommendations for promotion shall originate with the chairperson, but may be

initiated in accordance with departmental, unit, or campus rules, which have been submitted to the dean, chief academic officer, Chancellor (or chief executive officer) and President for approval. Faculty members who are being considered for promotion shall be given the opportunity to submit relevant material regarding their professional accomplishments, which they believe will facilitate consideration of their competence and performance. Each campus shall provide for the inclusion of peer10 evaluation in the consideration of faculty nominated for promotion.

Criteria and procedures for promotion to each rank on a campus, including an appeals

procedure for those desiring reconsideration of a negative recommendation, shall be adopted by each campus. As a general practice, the faculty, through its governance structure, will initiate the process of preparing such criteria and procedures, on its own or at the request of the Chancellor (or chief executive officer). The deans and chief academic officer of the campus will then have an opportunity to give their advice regarding the criteria and

10 “Peer” shall be defined by each campus as part of its policies governing promotion and tenure or faculty annual reviews.

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procedures. Thereafter, these criteria and procedures must be submitted to the Chancellor (or chief executive officer) of the campus and the President for approval. More detailed criteria and procedures may be adopted by the faculty and chairperson of each academic unit; these criteria and procedures must be submitted to the dean, the chief academic officer of the campus, the Chancellor (or chief executive officer) of the campus, and the President for approval. Campus and unit criteria and procedures must be consistent with and are subject to this and other applicable University policies.

In addition to any criteria established by the campus concerning research, teaching and

service, all candidates for promotion and tenure are expected to be in substantial compliance with applicable University policies and legal requirements.

IV. Tenure, Non-reappointment, and Dismissal A. Tenure 1. The granting of tenure implies that the individual has completed successfully his

or her probationary period and has become a permanent member of the University community. As such, he or she acquires additional procedural rights in the event that dismissal proceedings may be brought against him or her.

2. Only full-time faculty with ranks of associate professor, professor, University

professor, and distinguished professor are eligible to be awarded tenure. An assistant professor is eligible to seek tenure accompanied by a concurrent promotion to associate professor. Faculty and other employees with the following titles are ineligible to be awarded tenure: clinical, research, teaching, adjunct, visiting, professor of practice or executive in residence faculty, research associates or research assistants, graduate associates or graduate assistants, instructors, advanced instructors, senior instructors, lecturers, and master lecturers. Faculty appointed to clinical attending positions at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, other faculty positions designated as clinical positions, or other non-tenure track positions approved by the President, although designated assistant professor, associate professor or professor, are ineligible to be awarded tenure. Academic administrators not appointed to a teaching or research unit may be awarded academic rank in addition to their administrative titles, with the concurrence of the faculty and administrative officer of the academic unit in which such rank could lead to tenure, in which case they may acquire tenure as faculty, but not as administrators. Other administrators and staff whose primary duties do not involve teaching regularly scheduled credit-hour courses, but who occasionally teach courses, are not eligible for tenure and do not acquire credit for service toward tenure for such teaching activities.

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3. Tenure rights apply to the area or areas of the faculty member's expertise and in the academic unit(s) in which his or her position is budgeted (examples: Department of English (not College of Arts and Sciences), UAF; School of Law, UALR; Library, UAM; Departments of Music and Education, UAPB). Tenure rights are confined to a particular campus and are not applicable on another campus of the University of Arkansas. Tenure and tenure rights are not awarded in a named or endowed chair or professorship or in any administrative appointment.

4. The probationary period may not extend beyond seven years, except as

specifically provided herein, or as otherwise required by law. An initial appointment of one-half year (academic or fiscal) or less will not be included in the probationary period. If more than one-half of any year is spent in approved leave of absence without pay status, that year shall not apply toward the probationary period. During the first six years of the probationary period, a tenure-track faculty member may request, for reasons set forth below, that the probationary period be suspended by one (1) year. The reasons for such a request will generally be the same as required under the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), as amended, and are as follows: (a) the birth of a child to the faculty member or spouse and the child’s care during the first year; (b) the adoption of a child by the faculty member or placement in the faculty member's home of a foster child within the first year of placement; (c) the care of the faculty member's spouse, child, or parent with a serious health condition; (d) the serious health condition of the faculty member that makes the faculty member unable to perform the functions of his or her job; (e) a qualifying exigency arising from the military deployment of an employee’s spouse, son, daughter, or parent to a foreign country; (f) to care for a covered service member with a serious injury or illness if the employee is the spouse, son, daughter, parent, or next of kin of the service member. On the rare occasion that an additional one-year extension is requested, such requests will be considered on a case-by-case basis. However, the faculty member will receive any leave to which he or she is entitled under the FMLA.

A request to suspend the probationary period for these reasons must be made at

the time of the qualifying event and shall first be directed in writing to the department chair for approval and must also be approved by the dean (or approved through other established administrative channels), the vice chancellor for academic affairs, the Chancellor (or chief executive officer) of the campus, and the president, under such procedures as the president shall approve. These procedures may include, but shall not be limited to, the manner in which the faculty member's duties and salary, if any, are determined during such year, the

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information which is required to substantiate a request and the extent to which a faculty member's performance during such year may be considered in awarding tenure. A faculty member who has been notified that he or she will not be reappointed may not subsequently request to suspend the probationary period under this policy.

5. Upon the recommendation of the department chair11, after consultation with the

departmental faculty and with concurrence of the dean, the vice chancellor for academic affairs, and the Chancellor (or the chief executive officer), new appointees at the rank of associate professor, professor, University professor, or distinguished professor, who possess the requisite qualifications, may be granted immediate tenure. Immediate faculty tenure may also be granted, under this same procedure, in connection with the hiring of senior leadership positions.

6. Generally, recommendations for tenure shall originate with the chairpersons, but

may be initiated as provided for in departmental, unit or campus rules, which have been submitted to the dean, chief academic officer, Chancellor (or chief executive officer) and President for approval. Faculty members who are in tenure-track positions who are being considered for tenure shall be given the opportunity to submit relevant material documenting his or her professional performance which they believe will facilitate consideration of their accomplishments and potential.

7. Criteria and procedures concerning the awarding of tenure on a campus, including

an appeals procedure for those desiring reconsideration of a negative recommendation, shall be adopted by each campus. As a general practice, the faculty, through its governance structure, will initiate the process of preparing such criteria and procedures, on its own or at the request of the Chancellor (or chief executive officer) of the campus. The deans and chief academic officer of the campus will then have an opportunity to give their advice regarding these criteria and procedures. Thereafter, these criteria and procedures must be submitted to the Chancellor or chief executive officer of the campus and the President for approval. More detailed criteria and procedures may be adopted by the faculty and chairperson of each academic unit; these criteria and procedures must be submitted to the dean, the chief academic officer of the campus, the Chancellor (or chief executive officer) of the campus, and the President for approval. Campus and unit criteria and procedures must be consistent with and are subject to this and other applicable University policies

8. The President will not consider awarding tenure to a faculty member in a

probationary status without obtaining the prior recommendation of the faculty 11 In Schools without departments and department chairs, refer to footnote 1.

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member's departmental faculty, chairperson, dean, chief academic officer, and the Chancellor (or chief executive officer) of the campus concerned.

9. A faculty member, on attaining tenure, shall receive a notice from the chief

executive officer of the campus affirming the acquisition of such rights. No person shall lose tenure rights by acceptance of leave-of-absence approved pursuant to University policy, or by appointment to a University of Arkansas administrative position.

10. Tenure becomes effective at the beginning of the nine- or twelve-month

appointment period following the President's action granting tenure (July l for twelve-month appointments, and the beginning of fall semester for nine-month appointments).

11. Each year at the meeting at which promotions are considered by the Board of

Trustees, the President shall inform the Board of the names of each person awarded tenure during the preceding twelve months, and shall indicate for each such individual the recommended rank for promotion and the faculty member’s academic discipline.

12. Subject to any extension of the probationary period under IV.A.4, an individual in

a tenure-track position who was not awarded tenure with any of the first six academic year or fiscal year appointments must be evaluated as specified in Section IV.A.6 and 7 during the sixth appointment. If he or she is not approved for tenure, the seventh appointment shall be a terminal appointment and the individual may not be considered for tenure during the seventh appointment.

13. A faculty member holding tenure rights may be dismissed for cause only after the

procedures prescribed in Section IV.C. have been followed. Provided the requirements set out in V.B.9 as well as any corresponding campus policy have been satisfied, a tenured person notified of dismissal for reasons of unsatisfactory performance will be given notice of dismissal twelve months prior to termination of employment. Dismissal on other grounds may be immediate (if the dismissal is not contested by the faculty member) or upon the conclusion of any procedures prescribed in Section IV.C. This provision does not create an award of severance pay, but assumes the full performance of University responsibilities and duties assigned for the period between dismissal notice and final termination. Termination of a faculty member’s employment because the faculty member has abandoned his or her job duties, or because the faculty member has accepted another position, shall not constitute dismissal under this policy.

14. No faculty member shall be dismissed, or otherwise disciplined, or denied

reappointment in violation of the following principles of academic freedom, but

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the observation of the limitations stated herein is the responsibility of each faculty or staff member. Subject to all provisions of this and other applicable University policies, mere expressions of opinions related to the faculty member’s scholarship, the subject matter of their assigned teaching duties, and University employment-related service activities (e.g. committee assignments and campus governance activities), however vehemently expressed and however controversial such opinions may be, shall not constitute cause for dismissal. The threat of dismissal will not be used to restrain faculty members in their exercise of academic freedom or constitutional rights.

a. The faculty member is entitled to full freedom in research and in the

publication of results, subject to the performance of his or her other academic duties, but personal research for pecuniary return requires prior approval by the appropriate University authorities and must be in accordance with Board Policy 450.1.

b. The faculty member is entitled to freedom in the classroom in discussing the

subject of the course, but should not teach material inappropriate or unrelated to the course, and should maintain a respectful and professional academic learning environment.

c. The University faculty member is a citizen, a member of a learned

profession, and a member of an educational community. Speaking or writing as a citizen, the faculty member is free from institutional censorship or discipline. However, as a person of learning and as a member of an educational community, the faculty member has a responsibility for awareness that the public may judge the profession and the institution by his or her utterances. Hence, faculty should at all times make an effort to be accurate, exercise good judgment and appropriate restraint, show respect for the opinions of others, and indicate that they are not spokespersons for the institution. Faculty are expected to contribute to the productive and efficient operation of the instructional and work environment.

B. Non-Reappointment These procedures apply to non-tenured faculty members who are in tenure-track

positions who are not offered a next successive appointment for the period following the expiration of a current appointment. These procedures do not apply to faculty in clinical attending positions at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences bearing the designation of assistant professor, associate professor or professor, other clinical faculty, or other non-tenure-track faculty.

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The appointment of a non-tenured, tenure-track faculty member may be terminated

effective at the end of the appointment period, at the option of either the individual or the University.

A chairperson, dean, or chief academic officer who decides not to recommend a non-

tenured, tenure-track faculty member for reappointment shall notify him or her in writing in accordance with the following schedule and shall enclose a copy of this section with the letter of non-reappointment:

For the first year of service, not later than March 1, if the appointment expires at

the end of that academic year; or at least three months in advance of its termination if the appointment expires at some other time during the year.

For the second year of service, not later than December 15, if the appointment

expires at the end of that academic year; or at least six months in advance of its termination if an appointment expires at some other time during the year.

After the second year of service, at least twelve months before the expiration of

the terminal appointment. The terminal appointment will be for the academic or fiscal year, according to the appointment last held by the individual.

The individual, upon being notified that he or she will not be reappointed, may request,

within ten working days after receipt of the notice, a meeting with the dean of the school or college, or other appropriate administrators. The meeting shall be held within five working days or as soon as practical thereafter. Following the meeting with the dean, if the dean reaffirms the recommendation of non-reappointment, within five working days the employee may request a meeting with the chief academic officer of the campus.12 Within ten working days following the meeting with the chief academic officer, or as soon as possible thereafter, the chief academic officer will make the final decision on any request that the non-reappointment be reconsidered.

In considering the matter, the dean and chief academic officer may consult with other

University employees with relevant knowledge regarding the individual’s performance. If the individual does not request these interviews within the time limits stated above

after receipt of notification of non-reappointment, the matter shall be considered closed.

12 For purposes of the Clinton School of Public Service, the employee may request a meeting with the Vice President of Academic Affairs.

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C. Dismissal This section applies to all tenure-track or tenured faculty members. Dismissal of non-

tenure-track faculty and other personnel is addressed in Board of Trustees Policy 405.4. 1. Preliminary Proceedings

a. Except in circumstances where there are personal safety concerns and consistent with applicable law, when a chairperson or dean has reason to consider a decision to dismiss a tenured or tenure-track faculty member prior to the expiration of an appointment, the chairperson or dean shall first discuss the matter with the faculty member privately. After the discussion, if the decision of the chairperson or dean is to recommend dismissal, he or she shall prepare a statement of the grounds constituting the cause for dismissal and forward it through the chief academic officer13 to the chief executive officer on the campus, with a copy to the faculty member. If there are personal safety concerns, the private meeting can be bypassed and the chairperson or dean can proceed with providing the statement of grounds for dismissal through the chief academic officer to the chief executive officer on campus, with a copy to the faculty member. If the chief executive officer of the campus, after considering the recommendation of the chairperson or dean, decides that a proceeding should be undertaken, action shall be commenced according to the procedures which follow.

b. If requested by either party, or if directed by the chief executive officer of

the campus, prior to further steps in the process, the parties shall engage in informal discussions to determine whether an acceptable resolution of the matter is possible. Such discussions may include assistance of one or more faculty selected for this purpose.

2. Hearing Procedures The formal proceedings shall be initiated by a communication addressed to the

individual by the chief executive officer of the campus informing him or her of the dismissal and the grounds for it, and that, if he or she so requests, a hearing to recommend whether his or her employment by the University shall be terminated on the grounds stated, will be conducted at a specified time and place by a faculty committee constituted as described in Section 4 below. Sufficient time shall be

13 For purposes of the Clinton School of Public Service, the statement of grounds shall go directly to chief executive officer of the campus, with a copy to the faculty member.

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allowed to permit the individual to prepare a defense. The individual shall be informed in detail, or by reference to published regulations, of the procedural rights to which he or she is entitled, including the right to advice of counsel.

The individual shall indicate whether he or she wishes a hearing and, if so, shall

file with the chief executive officer of the campus within two weeks of the date of the mailing of the communication by the chief executive officer of the campus an answer to the statement of grounds for the proposed dismissal.

If the individual does not request a hearing, no further action shall be taken.

Further, at the request of the individual the proceedings provided for herein may be terminated at any time after the request for a hearing on written notice to the chief executive officer of the employee's acquiescence in the dismissal. Similarly, the administration may drop dismissal proceedings at any stage.

3. Suspension Pending Dismissal Proceedings Suspension of the individual from normal duties or reassignment to other duties

during the proceedings will occur only if circumstances exist which threaten harm or substantial disruption to the individual, to others, or to the University. Such determination shall be made by the chief executive officer, in consultation with the President. Such suspension shall be with pay. This provision does not preclude disciplinary suspension without pay.

4. Hearing Committee The faculty of each campus shall establish a systematically rotated panel of

faculty from which hearing committees can be drawn. To hear a particular case a committee, selected from the panel in accordance with campus policies, shall be composed of faculty members of departments not involved in the dismissal.

Upon receipt from the chief executive officer of the campus of a copy of the

statement of grounds for dismissal, accompanied by the individual's answer thereto, the chairperson of the hearing committee shall conduct hearings and recommend a course of action as provided in Section IV.C.5.

5. Committee Proceedings The committee shall proceed by considering, before the time of the hearing, the

statement of grounds for dismissal already formulated and the individual's written response.

In addition to the members of the committee, only the person requesting the

hearing and his or her representative, the chief executive officer of the campus or

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his or her designee, and a representative, and witnesses called by the committee are permitted to attend the hearing.

Charges contained in the initially formulated statement of grounds for dismissal

may be supplemented at the hearing by evidence of new events occurring after the initial communication to the individual which constitute new or additional cause for dismissal. If such supplementary grounds are adduced, the committee shall provide the individual with sufficient time to prepare his or her defense.

The chief executive officer of the campus shall have the option to attend or not to

attend the hearing, and he or she may select a designee to assist in developing and presenting the case. The chief executive officer or designee may be assisted by the representative in developing and presenting the case and in other matters related to the hearing.

The committee shall determine the order of proof and shall supervise the

questioning of witnesses. The committee may decline to accept unnecessarily duplicative material or unduly lengthy or repetitive testimony.

The individual shall have the aid of the committee when needed in securing the

attendance of witnesses. The individual or his or her representative and the chief executive officer of the campus (or designee) or his or her representative shall have the right within reasonable limits to question all witnesses who testify orally.

The committee will use its best efforts to provide an opportunity for those

involved to confront all witnesses, but where this cannot be achieved despite the efforts of the hearing committee, the identity of such non-appearing witnesses, and any written evidence they may have furnished, shall be disclosed to all interested parties during the hearing.

Subject to these safeguards, written statements may, when necessary, be taken

outside the hearing and reported to it. All of the evidence shall be duly recorded. These are not legal proceedings and formal rules of court procedure or evidence do not apply, but the committee shall exercise reasonable efforts to protect the rights of the parties in the receipt of evidence. For purposes of illustration, the proceedings shall be recorded digitally rather than via court reporter, and witnesses will not be sworn or subpoenaed. The ultimate objective of the hearing is consideration of the matter in a fair and efficient manner.

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6. Consideration by Hearing Committee The committee shall formulate its recommendation in private, on the basis of the

hearing. Before doing so, it shall give opportunity to the individual and the chief executive officer of the campus or his or her designated representative to make oral statements before it. If written arguments are desired, the committee may request them. The committee shall make its recommendation promptly, including explicit findings with respect to each of the grounds for removal presented.

The chief executive officer of the campus and the individual shall be notified of

the recommendation in writing and a copy of the record of the hearing shall be available to both parties.

A copy of the record of the hearing and the recommendations of the hearing

committee shall be furnished to the President of the University for his or her decision. The decision of the President shall be transmitted to the chief executive officer of the campus and to the individual involved.

7. Consideration by Board of Trustees If the decision of the President is appealed to the Board of Trustees, or if the

Board of Trustees chooses to review the case, the President shall transmit to the Board of Trustees the full report of the hearing committee, stating its recommendation and his or her own decision. The review shall be based on the record of the previous hearing, accompanied by opportunity for argument, oral or written or both, by the principals at the hearing or by their representatives. The decision of the Board of Trustees on review shall be final. It shall be communicated to the President and through him or her to the person involved.

If the decision of the Board is that the faculty member is to be terminated, and the

termination is based on unsatisfactory performance, the termination becomes effective at the conclusion of the twelve-month period from the date of the initial notice of termination. If that period has elapsed, or if the termination is based on other grounds of cause, the termination becomes effectively immediately following the Board’s decision.

V. Annual Review

An annual review of the work and status of each faculty member shall be made on the basis of assigned duties and according to criteria and procedures required herein. Each year the chief academic officer of each campus shall (a) require of each chairperson an assessment of the performance of all faculty members in the academic unit, including an identification of all faculty development needs and of all problems in performance of faculty, and (b) in

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consultation with the Chancellor (or chief executive officer), take steps designed to insure compliance on that campus with all criteria and procedures for annual reviews.

A. Tenured and Tenure-Track Faculty Provided a faculty member is in substantial compliance with applicable University

policies and legal requirements, the annual review of each faculty member shall provide the primary basis for the chairperson's recommendations relating to salary, promotion, granting of tenure, successive appointment, non-reappointment, and dismissal. Furthermore, this review is to provide guidance and assistance to all faculty in their professional development and academic responsibilities in the areas of teaching, scholarly and creative activity, and service.

Criteria and procedures for an annual review of all tenured and tenure-track faculty

shall be adopted by each campus. As a general practice, the faculty, through its governance structure, will initiate the process of preparing such criteria and procedures, on its own or at the request of the Chancellor (or chief executive officer) of the campus. The deans and chief academic officer of the campus will then have an opportunity to give their advice regarding these criteria and procedures. Thereafter, the criteria and procedures must be submitted to the Chancellor (or chief executive officer) of the campus and the President for approval. More detailed criteria and procedures may be recommended by the faculty and chairperson of each academic unit; these criteria and procedures must be submitted to the dean, the chief academic officer of the campus, the Chancellor (or chief executive officer) of the campus, and the President for approval. All procedures for annual reviews adopted by a campus shall include provision for and details for implementation of the following:

1. Within a reasonable time after the beginning of the first appointment of each

faculty member: written notification to the faculty member of the criteria, procedures, and instruments currently in use in assessing performance;

2. Within a reasonable time after the beginning of each academic year: written

notification to each faculty member of that year's assignments, review schedule, and the criteria, procedures, and instruments to be used that year;

3. Reasonable opportunity for each faculty member to submit any relevant material

documenting his or her professional performance to be considered in the annual review;

4. Peer evaluation, made fully available to the faculty member and those conducting

the review; 5. Student evaluation of teaching, made fully available to the faculty member and

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6. Prior to the chairperson's completion of the annual evaluation (including any

recommendations based on the evaluation) in any year: (a) a meeting between the chairperson and faculty member to discuss all issues relating to the review,14 (b) providing to that faculty member a copy of the chairperson's intended evaluation and recommendation(s), and (c) a reasonable opportunity for the faculty member to submit a written response to the annual evaluation (including any recommendations), which will to be forwarded to each subsequent level of review;

7. As long as a faculty member is employed by the University and for at least three

years thereafter: maintenance of annual review forms, recommendations, associated narratives, and all other relevant materials used in or resulting from the annual reviews of that faculty member;

8. Availability to each faculty member of all writings used in or resulting from the

annual reviews of that faculty member. 9. In order to maintain a high quality and productive educational environment,

annual review procedures adopted at the campus level must provide for prompt, meaningful and effective means of addressing unsatisfactory faculty performance. Effective July 1, 2019, campus procedures shall require that any tenured faculty member who receives an overall unsatisfactory performance rating15 be placed on a remediation plan. The remediation plan shall be developed by the faculty member’s academic unit in consultation with the faculty member and shall include remedial measures designed to address the overall performance deficiencies, with the expectation that carrying out the plan will lead to an overall satisfactory performance rating. If, in the next annual review following an overall unsatisfactory performance rating, the faculty member fails either to attain an overall satisfactory performance rating or to demonstrate meaningful progress in remediating the overall performance deficiencies, the faculty member may be issued a notice of dismissal on twelve months’ notice as provided for in this policy, and subject to the procedures contained in Section IV.C.

B. Non-Tenure-Track Faculty

14 In the case of a tenured faculty member who has a satisfactory performance evaluation, a faculty member can waive the meeting requirement. 15 As part of its criteria and procedures for annual review, each campus is responsible for establishing the criteria by which an “overall” performance rating is determined.

405.1

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Faculty who are not in tenure-track positions shall be evaluated by procedures adopted by each campus. Such procedures shall provide guidance and assistance to faculty in their professional development and academic responsibilities. To the extent applicable and as fully as practicable, the criteria referenced in V. A. (especially with regard to peer and student evaluations) should be utilized in developing such campus procedures. Any campus procedure developed must be submitted to the Chancellor (or chief executive officer) of the campus and to the President for approval.

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_________, 2018 (Revised) October 2, 2001 (Revised) September 18, 1998 (Revised) August 11, 1998 (Corrected) June 6, 1997 (Revised) April 25, 1997 (Revised) September 16, 1994 (Revised) June 16, 1989 (Revised) January 23, 1987 (Revised) September 17, 1982 (Revised) June 18, 1982 (Revised) February 8, 1980 (Revised) April 20, 1962, and Revisions

BOARD POLICY 405.4

TERMINATION OF EMPLOYMENT PERIODS

The following employment periods are establishedprovisions apply to govern employment with-all campuses of the University of Arkansas on all of its campuses and in all of its programs and activities, effective for, and hereby incorporated as a part of, all personnel actions for employment to perform personal services during the period beginning July c

, 1983, and/or thereafter:

1 . Administrative Employees

The President of the University shall serve at the pleasure of the Board of Trustees, unless otherwise provided by contract. -The vice presidents, members of the System staff, and the Chancellors or chief executive officers of each campus, division or unit shall serve at the pleasure of the President, unless otherwise provided by contract. Vice chancellors, associate vice chancellors, and assistant vice chancellors shall serve at the pleasure of their appropriate Chancellors, unless otherwise provided by contract. Termination of employment in such positions shall be effected by a notice, in vmting, thirty days in advance thereof. or chief executive officer, unless otherwise provided by contract. Similarly, associate vice presidents, assistant vice presidents, and department heads shall serve at the pleasure of the Vice President for Agriculture, unless otherwise provided by contract. Persons in such positions are "at-will" employees and may have their employment terminated by the university for convenience at any time or may be dismissed immediately for cause. 1 Although a dismissal for cause may be effective immediately, an administrator may seek review of a for-cause dismissal in accordance with the policies of the campus, division or unit. If no review policy applies, the administrator shall have the opportunity to seek, within five (5) working days of dismissal, review of the matter to the chief executive of the campus, division, or unit, or a designee selected by the chief executive, who shall make a final decision on the for-cause termination.

2. Faculty Employees

{Al_Faculty members who have been awarded tenure, heretofore or hereafter, have a right to continuous employment except for a disciplinary suspension, dismissal for cause (according to the procedures in Section IV., C. of Board Policy No. 405.1) or for termination in the event of demonstrably bona fide financial exigency, reduction or elimination of programs, retirement, er resignation or job abandonment.

1 When a tenured faculty member is serving in an administrative position as contemplated by this section, only the tenured faculty member's administrative position is "at-will".

ili}_Faculty members in tenure-track positions (assistant professor, associate professor, professor, distinguished professor, and University professor/ who have not yet-been awarded tenure, heretofore or hereafter, may be terminated effective at the end of a ye-arfue appointment period by a written not ice, given in advance, according to the following schedule of time: -fat-m

For the first year of his/her employment, not less than 90 days before the employment ceases; (b) in service, not later than March 1, if the appointment expires at the end of that academic year; or at least three months in advance of its termination if the appointment expires at some other time during the year.

For the second year of his/her employmentservice, not lesslater than 180 days before the employment ceases; and (c) not later than December 15, if the appointment expires at the end of that academic year; or at least six months in advance of its termination if an appointment expires at some other time during the year.

After the second year of service, at least twelve months before the expiration of the employment after the employment has continued for two or more consecutive years. "Year"terminal appointment. The terminal appointment wi II be either fiscal year (July 1 through June 30 next) or academic year (fall and spring semester of the same fiscal year). For purposes of (c) above, the employment for the last year shall be for an-for the academic or fiscal year,. according to the employment period previously servedappointment last held by the individual.

These termination notice periods are those specified under IV.B., "Non -Reappointment,_!_!_:.'.., in Board Policy ~ 405 .1.- In addition to termination as outlined he re, these employees may be dismissed for cause, or terminated in the event of demonstrably bona fide financial exigency, reduction or elimination of programs, retirement , er-resignation, or job abandonment pursuant to Board Policy-N&. 405 .1.

(C) Clinical or other non-tenure track faculty who have received a multi-year term appointment under merit-based campus procedures approved by the President, may be terminated upon the expiration of their appointment or under campus procedures for such purpose, or they may be dismissed for cause by written notice of the chief academic officer of the campus, division, or unit, following verbal or written notice and opportunity to respond. Although the dismissal for cause may be effective immediately, the faculty member may, within five (5) working days of dismissal, appeal such termination directly to the Chancellor or chief executive officer of the campus, division or unit, with such decision to be final, or appeal in accordance with the grievance policies of the campus, division or unit. Further, such faculty may be terminated in the event of demonstrably bona fide financial exigency, reduction or elimination of programs, retirement, resignation or job abandonment. Terminations for bona fide financial exigency, reduction or elimination of programs, retirement, resignation or job abandonment are not appealable or grievable events.

2 See definition in Board Policy 405 .1.

3.

4.

(D) Other faculty members and other academic employees in positions for which tenure may not be awarded (part-time faculty in the ranks of assistant professor, associate professor, professor, University professor, and distinguished professor, and University professor; clinical, research, teaching adjunct, or visiting faculty; research associates or research assistants; graduate associates, graduate assistants, instructors, assistantadvanced instructors, senior instructor, master lecturers and lecturers; executive in residence; professor of practice and faculty in clinical attending positions at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences notwithstanding that such faculty may be designated as assistant professor, associate professor or professor) may be terminated at any time, or dismissed for cause under the procedures of Board Policy No. 405.1. Termination is effected through the giving of a notice, in ,vriting, of that action at least sixtyare considered "at will" employees and may be terminated for convenience at any time, or dismissed for cause by written notice by the chief academic officer or other senior designee of the campus, division or unit, following verbal or written notice and opportunity to respond. Although a dismissal for cause may be effective immediately, employees under this section may seek review of a for-cause dismissal in accordance with the review policies of the campus, division or unit. If no review policy applies, these employees shall have the opportunity to seek, within five (5) working days of dismissal, review of the matter to the chief executive of the campus, division, or unit, or a designee selected by the chief executive, who shall make a final decision on the forcause termination. For appointments through June 30, 2018, termination for convenience is effected by giving written notice at least sixty (60) days in advance of the date the employment is to cease. Thereafter, termination for convenience is effected by giving written notice at least thirty (30) days in advance of the date the employment is to cease.

Staff Employees-Appointed or Regular Positions

A.11 staff employees of the University, vmether full time, part time, extra help, or otherwise, may be terminated at any time or be dismissed for cause under University procedures. Termination is effected through the giving of a notice, in 1vvriting, of that action at least thirty days in advance of the date the employment is to cease.

Students and Hourly Employees

StudentsAll classified and non-classified staff employees of the university, whether fulltime or part-time, who are appointed or hold regular positions, are "at-will" employees and may have their employment terminated by the university for convenience at any time or may be dismissed immediately for cause. In the case of grant termination or loss of appropriated funds, termination may be immediate. Although a dismissal for cause may be effective immediately, a staff member may seek review of a for-cause dismissal in accordance with the review policies of the campus, division or unit. If no review policy applies, the staff member shall have the opportunity to seek, within five (5) working days

of dismissal, review of the matter to the chief executive of the campus, division, or unit, or a designee selected by the chief executive, who shall make a final decision on the forcause termination.

4_. _ All Other Employees and Student Workers (excluding Graduate Assistants)

All other employees (for example, temporary and hourly employees are hired to work at the pleasure of the University and, therefore,who do not hold an appointed or regular position) and student workers ( excluding Graduate Assistants, who are addressed in Board of Trustees Policy 500.1) may be terminated at any time without netieeadvance written notice. While advance written notice is not required, termination should be communicated to the employees and documented.

5. Procedure

The President shall approve procedures to be follmved at eachEach campus, division or unit of the University for the utilizationrnay establish procedures, which are consistent with any applicable Board Policies, University of Arkansas Systemwide Policies and Procedures, and laws, for processing ef..personnel action forms for each employee or for such other system or method of electronic or data entry record keeping or automatedactions and similar employment-related information system for all employees. The procedures shall be designed to indicate for each employee the employee's title, salary amount and the fact of current employment 1.vith the University subject to this Board Policy on Employment Periods. The procedures shall also provide a means , and for communicating this information to employees.

It is the sense of the Board of Trustees that the establishment, in one Board Policy and procedure, of the periods of employment for all University employees 1.vill serve to clarify rights and obligations of such employees, reduce administrative time, effort, and expense in processing unnecessary personnel action forms which are duplicative in nature, make employment periods more flexible so that the expense of personal services may be more responsive to financial resources available to the University at any one time, and 1.vill assist in the proper management of the University.

2018 (Revised) September 18, 1998 (Revised) April 18, 1998 (Revised) September 16, 1994 (Revised) March 27, 1989 (Corrected) January 23, 1987 (Revised) July 19, 1983 (Corrected)

April 15, 1983 (Revised) January 7, 1983

BOARD POLICY 405.4

TERMINATION OF EMPLOYMENT

The following provisions apply to all campuses of the University of Arkansas and its programs and activities.

1. Administrative Employees

2.

The President of the University shall serve at the pleasure of the Board of Trustees, unless otheiwise provided by contract. The vice presidents, members of the System staff, and the Chancellors or chief executive officers of each campus, division or unit shall serve at the pleasure of the President, unless otheiwise provided by contract. Vice chancellors, associate vice chancellors, and assistant vice chancellors shall serve at the pleasure of their appropriate Chancellors or chief executive officer, unless otheIWise provided by contract. Similarly, associate vice presidents, assistant vice presidents, and department heads shall serve at the pleasure of the Vice President for Agriculture, unless otheiwise provided by contract. Persons in such positions are "at-will" employees and may have their employment terminated by the university for convenience at any time or may be dismissed immediately for cause. 1 Although a dismissal for cause may be effective immediately, an administrator may seek review of a for-cause dismissal in accordance with the policies of the campus, division or unit. If no review policy applies, the administrator shall have the opportunity to seek, within five (5) working days of dismissal, review of the matter to the chief executive of the campus, division, or unit, or a designee selected by the chief executive, who shall make a final decision on the for-cause termination.

Faculty Employees

(A) Faculty members who have been awarded tenure have a right to continuous employment except for a disciplinary suspension, dismissal for cause ( according to the procedures in Section IV., C. of Board Policy No. 405.1) or for termination in the event of demonstrably bona fide financial exigency, reduction or elimination of programs, retirement, resignation or job abandonment.

(B) Faculty members in tenure-track positions2 who have not been awarded tenure, may be terminated at the end of the appointment period by a written not ice, given in advance, according to the following schedule of time:

For the first year of service, not later than March 1, if the appointment expires at the end of that academic year; or at least three months in advance of its termination if the appointment expires at some other time during the year.

1 When a tenured faculty member is serving in an administrative position as contemplated by this 2 See definition in Board Policy 405.1.

For the second year of service, not later than December 15, if the appointment expires at the end of that academic year; or at least six months in advance of its termination if an appointment expires at some other time during the year.

After the second year of service, at least twelve months before the expiration of the terminal appointment. The terminal appointment will be for the academic or fiscal year, according to the appointment last held by the individual.

These termination notice periods are those specified under N.B., "Non-Reappointment", in Board Policy 405 .1. In addition to termination as outlined he re, these employees may be dismissed for cause, or terminated in the event of demonstrably bona fide financial exigency, reduction or elimination of programs, retirement , resignation, or job abandonment pursuant to Board Policy 405 .1 .

(C) Clinical or other non-tenure track faculty who have received a multi-year term appointment under merit-based campus procedures approved by the President, may be terminated upon the expiration of their appointment or under campus procedures for such purpose, or they may be dismissed for cause by written notice of the chief academic officer of the campus, division, or unit, following verbal or written notice and opportunity to respond. Although the dismissal for cause may be effective immediately, the faculty member may, within five (5) working days of dismissal, appeal such termination directly to the Chancellor or chief executive officer of the campus, division or unit, with such decision to be final, or appeal in accordance with the grievance policies of the campus, division or unit. Further, such faculty may be terminated in the event of demonstrably bona fide financial exigency, reduction or elimination • ·•· of programs, retirement, resignation or job abandonment. Terminations for bona fide financial exigency, reduction or elimination of programs, retirement, resignation or job abandonment are not appealable or grievable events.

(D) Other faculty members and other academic employees in positions for which tenure may not be awarded (part-time faculty in the ranks of assistant professor, associate professor, professor, University professor, and distinguished professor; clinical, research, teaching adjunct, or visiting faculty; research associates or research assistants; instructors, advanced instructors, senior instructor, master lecturers and lecturers; executive in residence; professor of practice and faculty in clinical att~nding positions at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences notwithstanding that such faculty may be designated as assistant professor, associate professor or professor) are considered "at will" employees and may be terminated for convenience at any time, or dismissed for cause by written notice by the chief academic officer or other senior designee of the campus, division or unit, following verbal or written notice and opportunity to respond. Although a dismissal for cause may be effective immediately, employees under this section may seek review of a for-cause dismissal in accordance with the review policies of the campus, division or unit. If no review policy applies, these employees shall have the opportunity to seek, within five (5) working days of dismissal, review of the matter to the chief executive of the campus, division, or unit, or a designee selected by the chief executive, who shall make a final decision on the for-cause termination.

3.

4.

For appointments through June 30, 2018, termination for convenience is effected by giving written notice at least sixty (60) days in advance of the date the employment is to cease. Thereafter, termination for convenience is effected by giving written notice at least thirty (30) days in advance of the date the employment is to cease.

Staff Empkzyees-ALWQinted or Re~lar Positions

All classified and non-classified staff employees of the university, whether full-time or part-time, who are appointed or hold regular positions, are "at-will" employees and may have their employment terminated by the university for convenience at any time or may be dismissed immediately for cause. In the case of grant termination or loss of appropriated funds, termination may be immediate. Although a dismissal for cause may be effective immediately, a staff member may seek review of a for-cause dismissal in accordance with the review policies of the campus, division or unit. If no review policy applies, the staff member shall have the opportunity to seek, within five (5) working days of dismissal, review of the matter to the chief executive of the campus, division, or unit, or a designee selected by the chief executive, who shall make a final decision on the forcause termination.

All Other Employees and Student Workers Cexcludin~ Graduate Assistants)

All other employees (for example, temporacy and hourly employees who do not hold an appointed or regular position) and student workers ( excluding Graduate Assistants, who are addressed in Board of Trustees Policy 500.1) may be terminated at any time without advance written notice. While advance written notice is not required, termination should be communicated to the employees and documented.

5. Procedure

Each campus, division or unit of the University may establish procedures, which are consistent with any applicable Board Policies, University of Arkansas Systemwide Policies and Procedures, and laws, for processing personnel actions and similar employment-related information for all employees, and for communicating this information to employees.

_____ 2018_ (Revised) September 18, 1998 (Revised)

April 18, 1998 (Revised) September 16, 1994 (Revised) March 27, 1989 (Corrected) January 23, 1987 (Revised) July 19, 1983 (Corrected) April 15, 1983 (Revised) January 7, 1983

BOARD POLICY 470.1

UNIVERSITY AND DISTINGUISHED PROFESSORSHIPS

The rank of distinguished professorThe University of Arkansas acknowledges outstanding faculty through conferring the ranks of "University Professor" and "Distinguished Professor." These ranks are granted pursuant to Board Policy 405.1, governing Promotions and Tenure, and require Board approval. Promotion to the rank University Professor or Distinguished Professor is reserved for only a few and the very best faculty in recognition of sustained excellence in the performance of their duties. Faculty members holding these ranks are expected to conduct themselves in a manner commensurate with the status and importance of these positions in order to continue to hold these ranks.

Faculty who hold named or endowed professorships that contain the word "university" or "distinguished" in their title but whose appointments into such positions did not require Board approval as required pursuant to Board Policy 405 .1 do not hold the rank of University Professor or Distinguished Professor as contemplated in this policy. Appointments for such professorships are subject to the policies and procedures for conferring the award established by a particular campus. 1

Each campus shall be responsible for establishing policies and procedures for promotions to the rank of University and Distinguished Professorships, consistent with the principles set forth below:

University Professor

The rank of University Professor is conferred only upon active faculty in recognition of an extended period of exemplary service in a spirit of collegiality at the faculty member's campus and a combination of service in their profession and to the public through their professional activities.

Appointments to this rank shall be made only when the faculty member has demonstrated an extended period of documented exemplary service to the campus and has gained wide recognition at the national or international level for sustained excellence in service, teaching, research or creative activity germane to the faculty member's respective discipline and academic role while serving as a member of the faculty of the campus.

1 Action taken by the Board to approve a salary over line item maximum {LIM) from an endowment or private fund that is associated with the named or endowed professorship does not constitute Board action pursuant to 405 .1 for purposes of conferring the rank of University or Distinguished Professor.

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470.1

The rank of University Professor is limited to active tenured faculty who hold the rank of Professor, or incoming faculty who will be awarded tenure and who hold credentials of similar merit from another university or other venues.

Distinguished Professor

The rank of Distinguished Professor is to be reserved for those individuals who are recognized nationally and internationally as intellectual leaders in their academic disciplines for extraordinary accomplishments in teachingt~ published works, research, m=-creative accomplishments in the perforn1ing arts~ or other endeavors, and who have gained such recognition for distinction at this or another university prior to appointment as distinguished professors.

Appointments to this rank shall be made only when clear indication exists that individuals so appointed wi II provide exemplary academic and intellectual leadership and continue their professional activities in such a way as to maintain national and international recognition and a commensurate level of accomplishment.

The rank of Distinguished Professor is limited to active tenured faculty who hold the rank of Professor or University Professor, or incoming faculty who will be awarded tenure and who hold credentials of similar merit from another university or other venues.

, 2018 (Revised) September 19, 1980 (Revised) May 7, 1955

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BOARD POLICY 470.1

UNIVERSITY AND DISTINGUISHED PROFESSORSHIPS

The University of Arkansas acknowledges outstanding faculty through conferring the ranks of "University Professor" and "Distinguished Professor." These ranks are granted pursuant to Board Policy 405.1, governing Promotions and Tenure, and require Board approval. Promotion to the rank University Professor or Distinguished Professor is reserved for only a few and the very best faculty in recognition of sustained excellence in the performance of their duties. Faculty members holding these ranks are expected to conduct themselves in a manner commensurate with the status and importance of these positions in order to continue to hold these ranks.

Faculty who hold named or endowed professorships that contain the word "university" or "distinguished" in their title but whose appointments into such positions did not require Board approval as required pursuant to Board Policy 405 .1 do not hold the rank of University Professor or Distinguished Professor as contemplated in this policy. Appointments for such professorships are subject to the policies and procedures for conferring the award established by a particular campus. 1

Each campus shall be responsible for establishing policies and procedures for promotions to the rank of University and Distinguished Professorships, consistent with the principles set forth below:

University Professor

The rank of University Professor is conferred only upon active faculty in recognition of an extended period of exemplary service in a spirit of collegiality at the faculty member's campus and a combination of service in their profession and to the public through their professional activities.

Appointments to this rank shall be made only when the faculty member has demonstrated an extended period of documented exemplary service to the campus and has gained wide recognition at the national or international level for sustained excellence in service, teaching, research or creative activity germane to the faculty member's respective discipline and academic role while serving as a member of the faculty of the campus.

The rank of University Professor is limited to active tenured faculty who hold the rank of Professor, or incoming faculty who will be awarded tenure and who hold credentials of similar

1 Action taken by the Board to approve a salary over line item maximum (LIM) from an endowment or private fund that is associated with the named or endowed professorship does not constitute Board action pursuant to 405 .1 for purposes of conferring the rank of University or Distinguished Professor.

merit from another university or other venues.

Distinguished Professor

470.1

The rank of Distinguished Professor is to be reserved for those individuals who are recognized nationally and internationally as intellectual leaders in their academic disciplines for extraordinary accomplishments in teaching, published works, research, creative accomplishments in the performing arts or other endeavors, and who have gained such recognition for distinction at this or another university prior to appointment as distinguished professors.

Appointments to this rank shall be made only when clear indication exists that individuals so appointed will provide exemplary academic and intellectual leadership and continue their professional activities in such a way as to maintain national and international recognition and a commensurate level of accomplishment.

The rank of Distinguished Professor is limited to active tenured faculty who hold the rank of Professor or University Professor, or incoming faculty who will be awarded tenure and who hold credentials of similar merit from another university or other venues.

, 2018 (Revised) September 19, 1980 (Revised) May 7, 1955

BOARD POLICY 500.1

GRADUATE ASSISTANTS: TERMINATION OF APPOINTMENTS

Graduate Assistants. Graduate assistants.,_~ graduate associates.,_~ and teaching assistants (hereinafter collectively referred to as "graduate assistants") assist with University programs and research but are first and foremost students. Subject to the procedures set out below, their appointments may be terminated at any time for convenience, or dismissed for cause-:-, or due to abandonment of the assistantship, or may be terminated following notice for unsatisfactory performance.

(A) Termination for convenience shall be effected by giving written notice, at least sixtytlmty (§.~O) days in advance of the end of the appointment. .

(B) With respect to dismissal for cause1, excluding unsatisfactory work performance as defined in this policy, dismissal shall be effective immediately upon notification, and no advance notice shall be required, although the graduate assistant may seek post-termination review of the action pursuant to the campus grievance procedures for graduate students.

(C) Termination due to abandonment of the assistantship shall be effective immediately upon notification.

(DG) With respect to other forms of unsatisfactory work performance, graduate assistants shall be given written notice of the possibility of termination, with a statement of actions pertaining to the duties of the assistantship to be taken within a specific time period to achieve satisfactory performance. These expectations must be appropriate to the nature of the appointment. If a graduate assistant so notified does not meet the requirements of satisfactory performance within the time frame specified, the student may be terminated from his or her appointment immediately.

(f P ) [n the case of grant termination or loss of appropriated funds, termination may be immediate or with reduced notice.

For purposes of this policy, expiration of appointment, or non-reappointment, is not a termination. Further, "graduate assistant" refers to all of those graduate students who are receiving a stipend and/or tuition benefits in exchange for duties associated with a University department or unit. These positions may be referred to as graduate associates, graduate assistants, senior graduate assistants, teaching assistants, fellows, or the like.

1 For purposes of this policy, grounds to terminate the appointment of a graduate assistant for cause include, but are not limited to those examples set out in Board Policy 405 .1 , which applies to faculty.

BOARD POLICY 500.1

GRADUATE ASSISTANTS: TERMINATION OF APPOINTMENTS

Graduate assistants, graduate associates, and teaching assistants (hereinafter collectively referred to as "graduate assistants") assist with University programs and research but are first and foremost students. Subject to the procedures set out below, their appointments may be terminated at any time for convenience or for cause, or due to abandonment of the assistantship, or may be terminated following notice for unsatisfactory performance.

(A) Termination for convenience shall be effected by giving written notice, at least sixty ( 60) days in advance of the end of the appointment..

(B) With respect to dismissal for cause 1, excluding unsatisfactory work performance, dismissal shall be effective immediately upon notification, and no advance notice shall be required, although the graduate assistant may seek post-termination review of the action pursuant to the campus grievance procedures for graduate students.

(C) Termination due to abandonment of the assistantship shall be effective immediately upon notification.

(D) With respect to h1unsatisfactory work performance, graduate assistants shall be given written notice of the possibility of termination, with a statement of actions pertaining to the duties of the assistantship to be taken within a specific time period to achieve satisfactory performance. These expectations must be appropriate to the nature of the appointment. If a graduate assistant so notified does not meet the requirements of satisfactory performance within the time frame specified, the student may be terminated from his or her appointment immediately.

(E) In the case of grant termination or loss of appropriated funds, termination may be immediate or with reduced notice.

For purposes of this policy, expiration of appointment, or non-reappointment, is not a termination. Further, "graduate assistant" refers to all of those graduate students who are receiving a stipend and/or tuition benefits in exchange for duties associated with a University department or unit. These positions may be referred to as graduate associates, graduate assistants, senior graduate assistants, teaching assistants, fellows, or the like.

1 For purposes of this policy, grounds to terminate the appointment of a graduate assistant for cause include, but are not limited to those examples set out in Board Policy 405.1, which applies to faculty.

Item 16: Consideration of Request for Approval of Extracurricular Camps for 2018/19, UAF, UAM and UA-PTC (Action)

CONSIDERATION OF REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF EXTRACURRICULAR CAMPS FOR 2018/19, UAF, UAM

AND UA-PTC (ACTION)

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U-U\ UNIVERSITY OF ARKANSAS SYSTEM


March 19, 2018


Dear Trustees:

Extracurricular camps are conducted on the various campuses of the University primarily during the summer months and holiday breaks. Authorization of use of University facilities for these camps by University employees for private compensation is permitted by State statute and Board policy. In addition, some camps may be conducted on University campuses by the University itselfrather than by University employees for private compensation. In such cases, these camps may be approved by the Chancellor under campus policies. Since all camps have in the past been approved by the Board, certain camps which are not for private compensation may be included in the attached listing of extracurricular camps.

Also, the resolution approving the camps includes language concerning the need for policies and training in reporting suspected child maltreatment and conduct of background checks for personnel associated with the camps.


Sincerely,


Attachment


Universi ty of Arkansas, Fayetteville / University of Arkansas at Little Rock / U niversity of Arkansas at Pine Bluff University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences / University of Arkansas at Monticello / D ivision of Agricu lture / Criminal Justice Institute

Arkansas Archcological Survey / Phillips Commun ity College of the University of Arkansas / University of Arkansas Community College at Hope UniversitY of Arkansas Community College at Batesville / Cossa tot Commu niry College of the Univcrsitv of Arkansas

Universitv of Arkansas Comm unity College at Morril ton / University of Arka nsas at Fort Smith Arkansas School for Mathematics, Sciences and the Arts / U niversity of Arkansas Clinto n School of Publ ic Service / Universitv of Arkansas System cVc rsity

Il;c Uni11ersity of Arkansas is an equal opportunity/affi1'mative action institution.

RESOLUTION

WHEREAS, the activities involved in the proposed extracurricular camps at the various campuses of the University of Arkansas present no conflict of interest with the mission and purpose of the institution; and

WHEREAS, the activities proposed will bring to campus a number of potential students who might enroll on campus as a result of their exposure to its facilities and its personnel while engaged in these activities; and

WHEREAS, the contemplated activities will generate funds to be paid to the University for housing and meals and for the use of other institutional facilities which will be used to help support the auxiliary functions of the campuses serving to enroll students;

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE UNIVERSITY OF ARKANSAS THAT the Board hereby grants permission for the extracurricular camp set out below to be conducted during 2018-19 and approves the fees as shown.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED THAT the campus whose employees are conducting the aforesaid camps shall make certain that policies and contractual provisions are in place to assure that all applicable laws and regulations dealing with mandatory reporting of suspected child maltreatment are followed, that appropriate staffing patterns are utilized, that personnel involved in the conduct of such camps receive instruction in applicable policies, procedures, laws and regulations regarding protection of children, and further that campus officials shall assure that persons involved in the conduct of such camps have undergone criminal background checks (including registered sex offender checks). The President may furnish guidelines for matters to be included in such policies and contractual provisions.


BASEBALL Instruction Facility

Facility Facility/Licensing Fee

• Jr. Razorback Summer All Skills Camp # 1

• Summer Team Camp #1

• Jr. Razorback Summer All Skills Camp #2

• Summer Team Camp #2

• Jr. Razorback Summer All Skills Camp #3

• Intense Hitting Camp # 1

Baseball Coaching Staff Baum Stadium Field & Cages; Fowler Indoor Practice

$5.00 per person, per day

June 11-14, 2018

June 18-21, 2018 June 18-21, 2018

June 26-28, 2018 June 26-28, 2018

June 25-28, 2018

$250 per camper

$2000 per team $250 per camper

$2000 per team $250 per camper

$205 per camper

Resolution-Extracurricular Camps Page 2

• Intense Infield/Hitting Camp • Intense Hitting Camp #2 • Pitching Camp • Jr. Razorback Summer

All Skills Camp #4 • Intense Hitting Camp #3 • Summer Team Camp #3 • Jr. Razorback Summer

All Skills Camp #5 • HS Prospect Camp # 1 • Summer Team Camp #4 • HS Prospect Camp #2 • HS Prospect Camp #3 • HS Prospect Camp #4 • HS Prospect Camp #5 • HS Prospect Camp #6 • HS Prospect Camp #7 • HS Prospect Camp #8 • Hitting and Defense Camp • Jr. Razorback

All Skills Camp #6

July 1-2, 2018 July 1-2, 2018 July 1-2, 2018 July 9-12, 2018

July 9-12, 2018 July 16-19, 2018 July 16-19, 2018

July 16-18, 2018 July 23-26, 2018 August 10-12, 2018 August 17-19, 2018 August 24-26, 2018 October 27-28, 2018 November 3-4, 2018 December 8-9, 2018 December 15-16, 2018 December 16-17, 2018 January 5-6, 2019

$205 per camper $205 per camper $205 per camper $250 per camper

$250 per camper $2000 per team $250 per camper

$185 per camper $2000 per team $185 per camper $185 per camper $185 per camper $185 per camper $185 per camper $185 per camper $185 per camper $205 per camper $130 per camper

• Infield/Catching/Hitting Camp January 12-13, 2019 $25 5 per camper • Infield/Catching/Pitching Camp January 19-20, 2019 $255 per camper • Infield/Catching/Pitching Camp January 26-27, 2019 $255 per camper • Winter Team Camp January 19-20, 2019 $250 per camper • Hogs of Tomorrow Camp #1 February 2, 2019 $250 per camper • Hogs of Tomorrow Camp #2 March 19, 2019 $250 per camper • Hitting/Defense Academies: $250 per camper, per month (except December)

o May 7, 14 - 2018 o September 6, 10, 13, 17, 20, 24 - 2018 o October 4, 8, 11 , 15, 18, 22, 25, 29 - 2018 o November 1, 5, 8, 12, 15, 19, 26 - 2018 o December 3, 6, 10, 13 - 2018 ($200)

MEN'S BASKETBALL Instruction Men' s Basketball Coaching Staff Facility

Facility/Licensing

Bud Walton Arena; Barnhill Arena; Basketball Practice Facility; HPER; University Housing; Food Services $5.00 per person, per day


• Overnight Camp # 1 • Team Camp #1 • Elite Camp #1 • Day Camp #1 • Team Camp #2 • Elite Camp #2 • Overnight Camp #2 • Day Camp #2 • Day Camp #3

WOMEN'S BASKETBALL Instruction Facility Facility/Licensing

• Basketball Academy • Team Experience Camp • Lil' Back Camp # 1 • Team Camp #1 • Team Camp #2 • Basketball Academy • Team Experience Camp • Elite Camp • Basketball Academy • Team Experience Camp • Basketball Academy • Team Experience Camp • Lil' Back Camp #2 • Lil' Back Camp #3 • Basketball Academy • Team Experience Camp

FOOTBALL Instruction Facility

Facility/Licensing

• High School Camp • High School Camp • High School Camp

June 10-13, 201 June 15-16, 2018 June 15-16, 2018 June 17-20, 2018 June 22-23, 2018 June 22-23, 2018 June 24-27, 2018 July 9-11, 2018 July 23-25, 2018

$395 per camper $250/$450 per camper $250/$450 per camper $220 per camper $250/$450 per camper $250/$450 per camper $395 per camper $190 per camper $190 per camper

Women's Basketball Coaching Staff Bud Walton; Barnhill; Basketball Practice Facility; HPER; $5.00 per person, per day

June 2-4, 2018 June 2-4, 2018 June 5, 2018 June 6, 2018 June 7, 2018 June 8-13, 2018 June 8-13, 2018 June 14, 2018 June 15-30, 2018 June 15-30, 2018 July 1-3, 2018 July 1-3, 2018 July 12, 2018 July 31, 2018 August 1-4, 2018 August 1-4, 2018

Football Coaching Staff

$20 per hour $20 per hour per camper $60 per camper $35 per camper $3 5 per camper $20 per hour $20 per hour per camper $60 per camper $20 per hour $20 per hour per camper $20 per hour $20 per hour per camper $60 per camper $60 per camper $20 per hour $20 per hour per camper

Fred Smith Center; Walker Indoor; Football Practice Fields; Razorback Stadium; Jones Success Center University Housing; Food Service $5.00 per person, per day

June 1, 2018 June 2, 2018 June 3, 2018

$40 per camper $40 per camper $40 per camper

Resolution-Extracurricular Camps Page4

• High School Camp • High School Camp • High School Camp • High School Camp • Jr. High Camp • Youth Camp • High School Camp • High School Camp • HS Overnight Camp • High School Camp • QB/WRCamp • OL/DL Camp • High School Camp • High School Camp • Kicking Camp • High School Camp

WOMEN'S GOLF Instruction Facility

Facility Fee

• Jr Girls Golf Camp • Jr Girls Golf Camp

GYMNASTICS Instruction Facility

Facility/Licensing

June 4, 2018 June 5, 2018 June 6, 2018 June 7, 2018 June 8, 2018 June 9, 2018 June 9, 2018 June 10, 2018 June 11-12, 2018 June 13, 2018 June 14, 2018 June 14, 2018 June 15, 2018 June 16, 2018 June 16, 2018 June 17, 2018

Golf Coaching Staff

$40 per camper $40 per camper $40 per camper $40 per camper $125 per camper $125 per camper $40 per camper $40 per camper $250 per camper $40 per camper $200 per camper $40 per camper $40 per camper $40 per camper $175 per camper $40 per camper

Fred and Mary Smith Razorback Golf Center; The Blessings; No facility fee

June 3-6, 2018 June 10-13, 2018

Gymnastics Coaching Staff

$600 per camper $600 per camper

Bev Lewis Gymnastics Training Center; Barnhill Arena Gym Floor & Mezzanine; Maple Hill West University Housing; Food Services $5.00 per person, per day

• Overnight Gymnastics Camp June 23-26, 2018 $550 Overnight Camper $400 Day Camper

SOCCER Instruction Facility

Facility/Licensing

Soccer Coaching Staff Razorback Soccer Field; Walker Indoor University Housing; Food Services $5.00 per person, per day


• Day Camp

• Day Camp

• Day Camp

• Day Camp

• Day Camp

• Day Camp

• Residential Camp



• Day Camp

• Day Camp

• Day Camp

• Day Camp

• Winter ID Camp

• Winter ID Camp

• Winter ID Camp

• Winter ID Camp

• Winter ID Camp

• Spring ID Camp

• Spring ID Camp

• Spring ID Camp

• Spring ID Camp

• Spring ID Camp

• Spring ID Camp

• Spring ID Camp

• Spring ID Camp

• Spring ID Camp

• Spring ID Camp

• Spring ID Camp

• Spring ID Camp

SOFTBALL

June 4-8, 2018 June 11-15, 2018 June 18-22, 2018 June 25-29, 2018 July 2-6, 2018 July 9-13, 2018 July 14-20, 2018 July 21-27, 2018 July 28-31, 2018 August 6-10, 2018 August 13-17, 2018 August 20-24, 2018 August 27-31, 2018 December 1-2, 2018 December 8-9, 2018 December 15-16, 2018 December 22-23, 2018 December 29-30, 2018 January 11-13, 2019 January 18-20, 2019 January 25-27, 2019 February 1-3, 2019 February 8-10, 2019 February 15-17, 2019 February 22-24, 2019 March 1-3, 2019 March 8-10, 2019 March 15-17, 2019 March 22-24, 2019 March 29-31, 2019

Instruction Softball Coaching Staff

$200 per camper $200 per camper $200 per camper $200 per camper $200 per camper $200 per camper $400 per camper $400 per camper $400 per camper $200 per camper $200 per camper $200 per camper $200 per camper $200 per camper $200 per camper $200 per camper $200 per camper $200 per camper $200 per camper $200 per camper $200 per camper $200 per camper $200 per camper $200 per camper $200 per camper $200 per camper $200 per camper $200 per camper $200 per camper $200 per camper

Facility Bogle Park; Walker Pavilion (if weather requires); Intramural Fields

Facility/Licensing $5.00 per person, per day

• Day Camp June 4-8, 2018 $250 per camper





• Day Camp • Day Camp • Day Camp • Day Camp • Day Camp • Day Camp • Day Camp • Day Camp • Day Camp • Day Camp • Day Camp • Day Camp • Day Camp • Day Camp • Day Camp • Day Camp • Day Camp • Day Camp • Day Camp • Day Camp • Day Camp • Day Camp • Day Camp • Day Camp • Day Camp • Day Camp • Day Camp • Day Camp • DayCamp • Day Camp • Day Camp

MEN'S TRACK & FIELD Instruction Facility Facility/Licensing

• Track & Field • Cross Country Camp

July 2-6, 2018 July 9-13, 2018 July 16-20, 2018 July 23-27, 2018 August 10-12, 2018 August 13-17, 2018 August 31, 2018 September 1-2, 2018 September 7-9, 2018 September 14-16, 2018 September 21-23, 2018 September 28-30, 2018 October 5-7, 2018 October 12-14, 2018 October 19-21, 2018 October 26-28, 2018 November 2-4, 2018 November 9-11, 2018 November 16-18, 2018 November 23-25, 2018 November 30, 2018 December 1-2, 2018 December 7-9, 2018 December 14-16, 2018 December 21-23, 2018 December 28-30, 2018 January 4-6, 2019 January 11-13, 2019 January 18-21, 2019 January 25-27, 2019 May 24-27, 2019

Track Coaching Staff

$250 per camper $250 per camper $250 per camper $250 per camper $250 per camper $250 per camper $250 per camper $250 per camper $250 per camper $250 per camper $250 per camper $250 per camper $250 per camper $250 per camper $250 per camper $250 per camper $250 per camper $250 per camper $250 per camper $250 per camper $250 per camper $250 per camper $250 per camper $250 per camper $250 per camper $250 per camper $250 per camper $250 per camper $250 per camper $250 per camper $250 per camper

John McDonnell Field; Randal Tyson Indoor Track $5.00 per person, per day

June 15-17, 2018 July 26-28, 2018



MEN'S TENNIS Instruction Facility Facility/Licensing

• Tennis Camp • Tennis Camp

Tennis Coaching Staff Dills & Billingsley Tennis Complex $5.00 per person, per day

June 10-14, 2018 June 17-21, 2018

Volleyball Coaching Staff


VOLLEYBALL Instruction Facility Barnhill Arena; Bud Walton Arena; University Housing;

Food Services Facility/Licensing $5.00 per person, per day

• Coaching Clinic • Jr HOGS Play Day • Jr HOGS Play Day • Jr High Play Day • High School Team Camp I

• High School Team Camp II

• HOGS Day Camp • College Experience Camp

• High School Team Camp III

April 27, 2018 April 28, 2018 May 5, 2018 July7,2018 July 9-11, 2018

July 12-14, 2018

July 16, 2018 July 16-18, 2018

July 19-21, 2018


TEACH FOR AMERICA CAMP I Dates Requested June 4-10

45 adults (36p:9s) 45

$75 per camper $75 per camper $75 per camper $20 per camper $295 Overnight $255 Commuter w/meals $195 Commuter no meals $295 Overnight $255 Commuter w/meals $195 Commuter no meals $75 per camper $350 Overnight $310 Commuter $295 Overnight $255 Commuter w/meals $195 Commuter no meals

Anticipated participants/staff Anticipated Housing Anticipated Cost $0 (grant funded program) Director Contact Info Austin Warren, Teach for America

501-902-9349, [email protected]

FOOTBALL 7-0N-7 TOURNY (DAY CAMP) Dates Requested June gth

Anticipated participants/staff 292 (280p; 12s( (9th - 12th grade)


Anticipated Housing Anticipated Cost Director Contact Info

NONE $200/team Wm. 'Hud' Jackson, UAM Football 501-499-1699, [email protected]

JUNIOR/SENIOR FOOTBALL CAMP 1 (DAY CAMP) Dates Requested June 9th Anticipated participants/staff 162 (150p:12s) (11th-12th grade) Anticipated Housing NONE Anticipated Cost $40 Director Contact Info Wm. 'Hud' Jackson, UAM Football


YOUTH FOOTBALL CAMP (DAY CAMP) Dates Requested Anticipated participants/staff Anticipated Housing Anticipated Cost Director Contact Info

BEGINNER/JUNIOR HIGH BAND CAMP Dates Requested Anticipated participants/staff Anticipated Housing Anticipated Cost Director Contact Info

SENIOR HIGH BAND CAMP Dates Requested Anticipated participants/staff Anticipated Housing Anticipated Cost Director Contact Info

June 11-13 102 (90p: 12s) (1st _9th grade) NONE $75 Wm. ' Hud' Jackson, UAM Football 501-499-1699, [email protected]

June 12-16 325 (275p:50s) 325 $295/person Don Marchand, UAM Music 870-460-1960, [email protected]

June 26-30 180 (150p:30s) 180 $295/person Don Marchand, UAM Music 870-460-1960, [email protected]

NUTS, BOLTS & THINGAMAJIGS (DAY) CAMP

Dates Requested Anticipated participants/staff Anticipated Housing Anticipated Cost Director Contact Info

at UAM College of Technology-Crossett July: 2-1 week camps, dates TBD 22 (20p; 2s) (14-18yr) NONE $100/ea. - May Be Grant Funded Linda Rushing (Director TBA pending grant) 870-460-2001, [email protected]


KID'S UNIVERSITY (DAY) CAMP Dates Requested Anticipated participants/staff Anticipated Housing Anticipated Cost Director Contact Info

AL VY EARLY SOFTBALL (DAY) CAMP Dates Requested Anticipated participants/staff Anticipated Housing Anticipated Cost Director Contact Info

TEACH FOR AMERICA CAMP II Dates Requested Anticipated participants/staff Anticipated Housing Anticipated Cost Director Contact Info

JAZZ CAMP Dates Requested Anticipated participants/staff Anticipated Housing Anticipated Cost Director Contact Info

AUXILIARY CAMP Dates Requested Anticipated participants/staff Anticipated Housing Anticipated Cost Director Contact Info

July 9-12 110 (lOOp; !Os) (6-12yr) NONE $80/ea. Rebecca Newton, Academic Affairs, 870-723-2484, [email protected]

July 10-12 160 (140p; 20 staff) (6-17yr) NONE $120 ea. (age 6-11)/ $125 ea (age 12-17) Alvy Early, UAM Softball, Athletics 870-723-5665, [email protected]

July 13-18 45 adults (36p:9s) 45 $0 (grant funded program) Austin Warren, Teach for America 501-902-9349, [email protected]

July 17-21 120 (100p:20s) 120 $295/person Don Marchand, UAM Music 870-460-1960, [email protected]

July 17-20 106 106 $265/person Don Marchand, UAM Music 870-460-1960, [email protected]

JUNIOR/SENIOR FOOTBALL CAMP 2 (DAY CAMP) Dates Requested July 281h Anticipated participants/staff 162 (150p:12s) (11 1h-lih grade) Anticipated Housing NONE Anticipated Cost $40 Director Contact Info Wm. 'Hud' Jackson, UAM Football



UAM YOUTH CHEER CLINIC (DAY) Dates Requested Anticipated participants/staff Anticipated Housing Anticipated Cost Director Contact Info

AL VY EARLY PROSPECT (DAY) CAMP Dates Requested Anticipated participants/staff Anticipated Housing Anticipated Cost Director Contact Info

September 22 (Parent/Family Appreciation Day) 50 (70p; 20s (K-6th) NONE $30 ea. Krystal Shipp, UAM Cheerleaders, Athletics, 4 79-264-2927, [email protected]

December l 60 (40-50p; 6-IOs) (14-18yr) NONE $100 ea. Alvy Early, UAM Softball, Athletics 870-723-5665, [email protected]

AL VY EARLY ELITE HITTING (DAY) CAMP Dates Requested January 12, 2019 Anticipated participants/staff 85 (50-70p; 7-lOs) (14-18yr) Anticipated Housing NONE Anticipated Cost $75 ea. Director Contact Info Alvy Early, UAM Softball, Athletics


UNIVERSITY OF ARKANSAS-PULASKI TECHNICAL COLLEGE

Summer Programs STEM Summer Bridge May 21-24, 2018 No Cost to the Student

1. Summer Bridge to Greatness - for graduating African American high school seniors who will be STEM majors and entering UA-PTC in the Fall of2018 .. These students will enroll in our STEM Success program. Dates May 21 -24. Max of 20 students. Summer Enrichment Institute June 4-15, 2018 No Cost to the Student

2. Summer Enrichment Institute - for unrepresented middle school students with an interest in STEM. The students will engage in activities with instructors using Project Lead The Way curriculum. Dates June 4 - 15. Max of 30 students. Technical and Industry Division Youth Manufacturers Academy Summer 2018 Date to be Determined No Cost to the Student


Expose youth to the world of manufacturing. Plan to host 25 students, ih to 9th grade.

CHARTS Academy CHARTS Academy is from July 9-13 and July 16-20, 2018 and will target 6th_lih grades. Cost for Classes: $200.00 for two weeks of half days, morning, or afternoon sessions $400.00 for two weeks of full days, both morning and afternoon sessions Course Offerings are as follows: Dance Your Way to Broadway! Acting for Camera and Stage The Voice: Sing Your Way to Broadway! Film Advanced Film Creating Characters with Makeup and Costumes The Art of Paper Digital Photography Video Game Design Advanced Video Game Design Creative Writing Workshop Introduction to Dance Vocal Technique Advanced Vocal Technique Superheroes on Film The Study of the Undead and Supernatural Manga and Comic Character Design Create a Graphic Novel

Youth Chefs Culinary Camp 5 day sessions from 8-1 :30 p.m. Ages 10-17 These Camps are weeklong sessions June 4-June 29, 2018 Cost of $250.00 per session, cost covers all expenses

Culinary Camps Level I-Students will learn how to make starters, entrees, and desserts. Through the stations students will learn knife skills; how to make soups, stocks, and sauces; cooking methods; meat and seafood cookery; vegetable, fruit, bean and grain cookery; and basic baking and pastry techniques. Students will learn the importance of cleaning and sanitizing, and will rotate through stations where they will gain basic knowledge of how to maintain a clean kitchen. Life skills such as teamwork, dependability, communication skills, organization, nutrition, and leadership skills will be emphasized.

Level II-Students will build on the techniques learned in Level 1. They will utilize their skills continuing to hone their knife skills and learn advanced fundamentals of cooking and baking.


Level III- Students will enjoy a week of competition and culinary discovery. The competition will encompass both hot and cold food preparation and presentation. Students will demonstrate their knowledge, creativity, and skills through the production of a three-course menu in a full day competition. They will rotate through different stations during the week to prepare for a final competition on the last day. The contestants will be rated on their organization, knife skills, cooking techniques, creative presentation, sanitation food safety techniques, and above all, the quality and flavor or their prepared items. Students will work from a market basket format and write their own menu throughout the week.

Baking Camps

Level I-Students will learn the basics of baking breads, pastries, cakes, and confections. Scaling and organization in the kitchen will also be taught.

Level II-Students will build on techniques learned in Level I, including croissants, macarons, mousse, and plated desserts.

Cake Camp

Level I-Students will learn to bake, fill and frost celebration cakes. Buttercream piping, fondant and modeling techniques will be used so that students can create a variant of designs, including this year's trendiest cakes, the unicorn cake and the drip cake. The final project is a mini two-tiered cake that the students will design using all their new skills.

Level II-Students will continue to develop their piping and sugar modeling skills. They will work on techniques and decorations to create royal iced sugar cookies, sugar flowers, and final project for the inter-camp Sugar Art Show.

Item 17: Unanimous Consent Agenda (Action)

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UNANIMOUS CONSENT AGENDA (ACTION)



March 19, 2018


Dear Trustees:

Items placed on the Unanimous Consent Agenda are matters which have traditionally received the unanimous support of the Board; however, any item may be singled out for discussion. I am requesting that you consider the following item on the Unanimous Consent Agenda for the March 28-29, 2018 Board meeting.

1. The University of Arkansas, Fayetteville, has proposed resolutions of sorrow for Dr. Duncan W. Martin and Dr. Nolan Eugene "Gene" Williams, which are attached.


Attachments (2)


University of Arkansas, Fayetteville/ U niversity of Arkansas at Little Rock / University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences/ University of Arkansas at Montice llo / Division of Agriculture / Criminal Justice Institute

Arkans;is Archeological Survey / Phillips Communitv College of the University of Arkansas/ University of Arkansas Community College at H ope Universit)' o f Arkansas Community College at Batesvi lle / Coss,n o t Community College of the University of Arkans;is

University of Arkans,1s Community College at Morrilton / University of Arkansas at Fon Smith Arkansas School for Mathematics, Scicne<:s and the Ans / U ni versity of Arkansas C li nton School of Public Service / Univcrsir:v of Arkansas System eVcrsity

The UniJJcrsit1' of A rkansas is an equal opportunity/affinnnti11c action institution.

RESOLUTION

WHEREAS, Dr. Duncan W. Martin, 86, of Fayetteville, Arkansas, Professor Emeritus of the Department of Biological Sciences, died December 2, 2017; and

WHEREAS, Dr. Martin received his B.S. and M.S. degrees from the University of New Mexico and his Ph.D. from the University of Illinois; and

WHEREAS, Dr. Martin joined the University of Arkansas faculty in 1965 and served the University until his retirement from active administration, teaching, research, and service in 1996;and

WHEREAS, Dr. Martin was a valued member of the Department of Zoology, serving as its Chair from 1980 until 1986, and then was a valued member of the Department of Biological Sciences until his retirement after 31 years of service to the University; and

WHEREAS, Dr. Martin was a transport physiologist who published scientific papers on the gallbladder epithelium and who taught several physiology and cell biology courses; and

WHEREAS, Dr. Martin was a congenial colleague within the Department of Biological Sciences and a mentor to several graduate students;

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE UNIVERSITY OF ARKANSAS THAT the Board expresses its appreciation for Dr. Duncan Martin's contributions and long service to the University of Arkansas and expresses condolences to his family.

FURTHERMORE, the Board of Trustees directs that this resolution shall be spread upon the minutes of this meeting and a copy shall be provided to Dr. Martin's wife, Margot Martin; son, Ian Martin; and daughter, Siobhan Martin.

RESOLUTION

WHEREAS, Nolan Eugene "Gene" Williams, Professor Emeritus of Accounting in the Sam M. Walton College of Business, University of Arkansas, Fayetteville, died on Monday, December 18,2017;and

WHEREAS, Dr. Williams received his bachelor's and master's degrees from Oklahoma A&M University, now Oklahoma State University, and his Ph.D. in accounting from the University of Texas, and joined the University of Arkansas faculty in 1951; and

WHEREAS, Dr. Williams earned the distinguished titles of Professor and Holder of the Walter B. Cole Chair of Accounting, and in 1957 was appointed head of the Accounting Department, holding the position for the next fourteen years, under whose leadership the department developed a doctoral program; and

WHEREAS, Dr. Williams served as Vice-President and member of the Board of Directors of the American Accounting Association; member of the Council of American Institute of Certified Public Accountants; Treasurer, Secretary, and President of the Arkansas State Board of Public Accountancy; and President of the National Association of State Boards of Accountancy; and

WHEREAS, Dr. Williams received the Distinguished Achievement Award for Teaching from the Arkansas Alumni Association in 1972, and taught accounting in the University's European graduate program in management in Germany and Spain, and was a visiting professor at several universities, and whose contributions reached far beyond the University to state, national and international levels; and

WHEREAS, Dr. Williams' dedication to the Department of Accounting, the College of Business Administration, and the University of Arkansas earned him the highest respect of his peers and students; and

WHEREAS, Dr. Williams received the Purple Heart and Bronze Star Medals for his exemplary service in World War II in the Battle of the Bulge;

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE UNIVERSITY OF ARKANSAS THAT the Board expresses its appreciation for Dr. Williams' dedication, service and contributions to the University and expresses condolences to his family.

FURTHERMORE, the Board of Trustees directs that this resolution shall be spread upon the minutes of this meeting, and a copy shall be provided to his daughters, Janet Roessler and Susan Carney, of Fayetteville, Arkansas.

Item 18: Executive Session

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EXECUTIVE SESSION

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